Lysolecithin

INCI: LYSOLECITHIN (HYDROLYZED LECITHIN)

CAS Number
9008-30-4 / 85711-58-6
Function
Surfactant — emulsifying agent
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — enzyme-modified lecithin is GRAS (21 CFR 184.1400); CIR Expert Panel: "safe in the present practices of use and concentration" (2020)

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Soy-derived batches may contain trace soy allergens (protein fraction <0.3% in food-grade specs). Should not be used where N-nitroso compounds may form (historical CIR caveat, now largely retired). If bovine-derived, BSE specified-risk material regulations apply.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lysolecithin safe in cosmetics?

Soy-derived batches may contain trace soy allergens (protein fraction <0.3% in food-grade specs). Should not be used where N-nitroso compounds may form (historical CIR caveat, now largely retired). If bovine-derived, BSE specified-risk material regulations apply. The EU classifies Lysolecithin as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Lysolecithin allowed in the EU?

Lysolecithin EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Lysolecithin do in cosmetics?

Lysolecithin functions as: Surfactant — emulsifying agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9008-30-4 / 85711-58-6.

What is the Margin of Safety for Lysolecithin?

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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