Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Lactide is a cyclic diester monomer used in skin conditioning formulations with moderate safety profile and low absorption potential.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lactide safe in cosmetics?
Lactide is a cyclic diester monomer used in skin conditioning formulations with moderate safety profile and low absorption potential. The EU classifies Lactide as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Lactide allowed in the EU?
Lactide EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Lactide do in cosmetics?
Lactide functions as: Skin conditioning (cyclic diester monomer for PLA synthesis). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 95-96-5 (DL-Lactide) / 4511-42-6 (L-Lactide).
What is the Margin of Safety for Lactide?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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