Pectin Methylesterase

INCI: PECTIN METHYLESTERASE

CAS Number
9025-59-6
Function
Skin conditioning (enzyme-based)
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” no FDA restriction; GRAS enzyme in food; used in cosmetics without specific limit

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

Occupational inhalation sensitization risk during manufacturing; ensure dust control in production environments

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pectin Methylesterase safe in cosmetics?

Occupational inhalation sensitization risk during manufacturing; ensure dust control in production environments The EU classifies Pectin Methylesterase as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Pectin Methylesterase allowed in the EU?

Pectin Methylesterase EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Pectin Methylesterase do in cosmetics?

Pectin Methylesterase functions as: Skin conditioning (enzyme-based). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9025-59-6.

What is the Margin of Safety for Pectin Methylesterase?

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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