Lactobacillus/Lanolin Ferment Extract

INCI: LACTOBACILLUS/LANOLIN FERMENT EXTRACT

CAS Number
Not assigned
Function
Skin conditioning — emollient
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — lanolin itself is a recognized cosmetic/OTC ingredient (21 CFR 172.615 for food-grade use); no CFR restriction on ferment derivative

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

Primary concern is lanolin sensitization. CIR assessed lanolin-derived ingredients as safe in current use but noted sensitization risk; HRIPT recommended. Must declare wool-derived origin for vegan and allergen labeling. Not suitable for lanolin-sensitive populations without patch testing.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lactobacillus/Lanolin Ferment Extract safe in cosmetics?

Primary concern is lanolin sensitization. CIR assessed lanolin-derived ingredients as safe in current use but noted sensitization risk; HRIPT recommended. Must declare wool-derived origin for vegan and allergen labeling. Not suitable for lanolin-sensitive populations without patch testing. The EU classifies Lactobacillus/Lanolin Ferment Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Lactobacillus/Lanolin Ferment Extract allowed in the EU?

Lactobacillus/Lanolin Ferment Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Lactobacillus/Lanolin Ferment Extract do in cosmetics?

Lactobacillus/Lanolin Ferment Extract functions as: Skin conditioning — emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for Lactobacillus/Lanolin Ferment Extract?

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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