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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Generally well-tolerated; as a fermentation filtrate it contains bacteriocins and organic acids; potential for sensitization in rare cases; not assessed individually by CIR as of available records. Produced by Leuconostoc bacteria fermentation; generates antimicrobial peptides (bacteriocins) that provide natural preservation; biotechnology origin; valued in "preservative-free" marketing claims
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Leuconostoc Ferment Filtrate safe in cosmetics?
Generally well-tolerated; as a fermentation filtrate it contains bacteriocins and organic acids; potential for sensitization in rare cases; not assessed individually by CIR as of available records. Produced by Leuconostoc bacteria fermentation; generates antimicrobial peptides (bacteriocins) that provide natural preservation; biotechnology origin; valued in "preservative-free" marketing claims The EU classifies Leuconostoc Ferment Filtrate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Leuconostoc Ferment Filtrate allowed in the EU?
Leuconostoc Ferment Filtrate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Leuconostoc Ferment Filtrate do in cosmetics?
Leuconostoc Ferment Filtrate functions as: Antimicrobial, anti-seborrheic, hair conditioning, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (biotechnology-derived fermentation product).
What is the Margin of Safety for Leuconostoc Ferment Filtrate?
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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