Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
At elevated concentrations (>5%), lyso-PC can be membrane-disruptive with detergent-like activity causing irritation. Soy-derived sources raise soy allergen concerns; egg-derived sources raise egg allergen concerns. Specify source on labeling.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lysophosphatidylcholine safe in cosmetics?
At elevated concentrations (>5%), lyso-PC can be membrane-disruptive with detergent-like activity causing irritation. Soy-derived sources raise soy allergen concerns; egg-derived sources raise egg allergen concerns. Specify source on labeling. The EU classifies Lysophosphatidylcholine as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Lysophosphatidylcholine allowed in the EU?
Lysophosphatidylcholine EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Lysophosphatidylcholine do in cosmetics?
Lysophosphatidylcholine functions as: Emulsifying, skin conditioning, penetration enhancing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9008-30-4 (mixed); 17364-44-0 (1-palmitoyl-sn-glycero-3-phosphocholine).
What is the Margin of Safety for Lysophosphatidylcholine?
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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