Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
No significant safety concerns; naturally occurring essential amino acid. Essential sulfur-containing amino acid; synthetic origin in cosmetics; provides antioxidant benefits and supports keratin structure
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methionine safe in cosmetics?
No significant safety concerns; naturally occurring essential amino acid. Essential sulfur-containing amino acid; synthetic origin in cosmetics; provides antioxidant benefits and supports keratin structure The EU classifies Methionine as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Methionine allowed in the EU?
Methionine EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methionine do in cosmetics?
Methionine functions as: Antioxidant, Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 63-68-3 (L-methionine).
What is the Margin of Safety for Methionine?
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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