Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Primary concern is Type I (IgE-mediated) hypersensitivity; approximately 15-20% of milk-allergic children remain allergic into adulthood; BSE/TSE sourcing compliance required; hydrolysed forms must control molecular weight to 3500 Da or less to minimize sensitization risk; labelling should flag milk-derived origin
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lactoglobulin safe in cosmetics?
Primary concern is Type I (IgE-mediated) hypersensitivity; approximately 15-20% of milk-allergic children remain allergic into adulthood; BSE/TSE sourcing compliance required; hydrolysed forms must control molecular weight to 3500 Da or less to minimize sensitization risk; labelling should flag milk-derived origin The EU classifies Lactoglobulin as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Lactoglobulin allowed in the EU?
Lactoglobulin EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Lactoglobulin do in cosmetics?
Lactoglobulin functions as: Hair conditioning agent; skin conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9045-23-2 (β-lactoglobulin).
What is the Margin of Safety for Lactoglobulin?
adequate 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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