Good Cosmetic Ingredient NOAEL Data GHS Classified

NAD+ Precursors

INCI: NIACINAMIDE

CAS Number
98-92-0
Function
Biosynthetic building blocks for nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+), a critical coenzyme
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
EU Max Conc. 5%
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes No specific restrictions

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
none

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Toxicological Studies

9 study endpoints found for NAD+ Precursors. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.

Endpoint Value Route Species Study Type Source
NOAEL 1000 mg/kg bw/day oral rat Short Term Toxicity COSMOS_DB
NOAEL 1000 mg/kg bw/day oral rat Short Term Toxicity COSMOS_DB
NOAEL 600 mg/kg bw/day oral rabbit Short Term Toxicity COSMOS_DB
NOAEL 800 mg/kg bw/day oral guinea pig Short Term Toxicity COSMOS_DB
NOAEL 400 mg/kg bw/day oral rat Short Term Toxicity COSMOS_DB
dose_tested 600 mg/kg bw/day oral rabbit Short Term Toxicity COSMOS_DB
dose_tested 800 mg/kg bw/day oral guinea pig Short Term Toxicity COSMOS_DB
NOAEL 215 mg/kg bw/day oral rat oral REACH
NOAEL 12.5 mg/kg bw/day oral - oral REACH

GHS Hazard Classification

Globally Harmonized System classification per ECHA C&L inventory and ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Cards.

Signal Word
WARNING
Hazard Statements
Causes eye irritation
Short-term Exposure Effects
The substance is irritating to the eyes.

Expert Verdict

Niacinamide is a well-established cosmetic ingredient with a history of safe use; however, safety data specific to NAD+ precursor formulations should be reviewed.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

fda_food_additive

Frequently Asked Questions

Is NAD+ Precursors safe in cosmetics?

Niacinamide is a well-established cosmetic ingredient with a history of safe use; however, safety data specific to NAD+ precursor formulations should be reviewed. The EU classifies NAD+ Precursors as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD. 9 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.

Is NAD+ Precursors allowed in the EU?

NAD+ Precursors EU regulatory status: permitted. Maximum allowed concentration: 5%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does NAD+ Precursors do in cosmetics?

NAD+ Precursors functions as: Biosynthetic building blocks for nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+), a critical coenzyme. It is classified as a Cosmetic Ingredient in our database. CAS number: 98-92-0.

What is the Margin of Safety for NAD+ Precursors?

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.

What is the NOAEL for NAD+ Precursors?

The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for NAD+ Precursors is 1000 mg/kg bw/day based on a Short Term Toxicity study via oral route in rat. A total of 9 study endpoints are available. Source: COSMOS_DB.

Is NAD+ Precursors classified as hazardous under GHS?

NAD+ Precursors carries a GHS signal word of "WARNING". Hazard statements: Causes eye irritation. This classification is based on the ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Card and ECHA C&L inventory data. Note: GHS classification applies to the pure substance โ€” at cosmetic use concentrations, hazard thresholds may not be met.

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