Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Endogenous amino acid with excellent safety profile. Confirm origin for COSMOS/ECOCERT compliance. Hygroscopic; ensure formulation stability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lysine safe in cosmetics?
Endogenous amino acid with excellent safety profile. Confirm origin for COSMOS/ECOCERT compliance. Hygroscopic; ensure formulation stability. The EU classifies Lysine as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Lysine allowed in the EU?
Lysine EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Lysine do in cosmetics?
Lysine functions as: Hair conditioning, skin conditioning, antistatic. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 56-87-1 (L-Lysine).
What is the Margin of Safety for Lysine?
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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