Monascus/Soybean Ferment Extract
INCI: MONASCUS/SOYBEAN FERMENT EXTRACT
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Soy allergen potential (soy isoflavones, proteins) in addition to the standard Monascus citrinin/monacolin K concerns. Soy-sensitive individuals may react.. Combines Monascus metabolites with soy isoflavones (genistein, daidzein); the soybean substrate adds humectant properties distinct from rice-based variants, including moisture-binding amino acids and sugars
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Monascus/Soybean Ferment Extract safe in cosmetics?
Soy allergen potential (soy isoflavones, proteins) in addition to the standard Monascus citrinin/monacolin K concerns. Soy-sensitive individuals may react.. Combines Monascus metabolites with soy isoflavones (genistein, daidzein); the soybean substrate adds humectant properties distinct from rice-based variants, including moisture-binding amino acids and sugars The EU classifies Monascus/Soybean Ferment Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Monascus/Soybean Ferment Extract allowed in the EU?
Monascus/Soybean Ferment Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Monascus/Soybean Ferment Extract do in cosmetics?
Monascus/Soybean Ferment Extract functions as: Humectant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (-).
What is the Margin of Safety for Monascus/Soybean Ferment Extract?
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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