Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Cyanogenic glycosides present in whole seed flour (linustatin/neolinustatin); HCN content must be quantified. High water-activity substrate with microbial contamination risk requiring robust preservation. Particle size distribution affects skin tolerance. Rare flax seed allergen documented. Monitor for rancidity due to high PUFA content.
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Is Linum Usitatissimum Seed Flour safe in cosmetics?
Cyanogenic glycosides present in whole seed flour (linustatin/neolinustatin); HCN content must be quantified. High water-activity substrate with microbial contamination risk requiring robust preservation. Particle size distribution affects skin tolerance. Rare flax seed allergen documented. Monitor for rancidity due to high PUFA content. The EU classifies Linum Usitatissimum Seed Flour as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Linum Usitatissimum Seed Flour allowed in the EU?
Linum Usitatissimum Seed Flour EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Linum Usitatissimum Seed Flour do in cosmetics?
Linum Usitatissimum Seed Flour functions as: Bulking. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: | 7.
What is the Margin of Safety for Linum Usitatissimum Seed Flour?
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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