Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Minimal risk. Contains gluten proteins, so there is a theoretical concern for individuals with severe gluten sensitivity or celiac disease, though topical exposure is generally not considered clinically significant.. Ground powder from malted barley grain. Functions primarily as a texture agent and mild absorbent. Contains enzymes (amylases) and natural sugars that may provide mild skin-softening effects.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Malt Flour safe in cosmetics?
Minimal risk. Contains gluten proteins, so there is a theoretical concern for individuals with severe gluten sensitivity or celiac disease, though topical exposure is generally not considered clinically significant.. Ground powder from malted barley grain. Functions primarily as a texture agent and mild absorbent. Contains enzymes (amylases) and natural sugars that may provide mild skin-softening effects. The EU classifies Malt Flour as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Malt Flour allowed in the EU?
Malt Flour EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Malt Flour do in cosmetics?
Malt Flour functions as: Absorbent, bulking agent, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned (derived from the same source as malt extract; no unique CAS).
What is the Margin of Safety for Malt 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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