Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Vasodilator with potential flushing at higher concentrations; better tolerated than free nicotinyl alcohol due to ester prodrug mechanism, though published toxicology data is limited.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Nicotinyl Tartrate safe in cosmetics?
Vasodilator with potential flushing at higher concentrations; better tolerated than free nicotinyl alcohol due to ester prodrug mechanism, though published toxicology data is limited. The EU classifies Nicotinyl Tartrate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Nicotinyl Tartrate allowed in the EU?
Nicotinyl Tartrate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Nicotinyl Tartrate do in cosmetics?
Nicotinyl Tartrate functions as: Skin conditioning agent; tartaric acid ester of nicotinyl alcohol that stimulates blood circulation. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 6164-87-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Nicotinyl Tartrate?
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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