Phytin

INCI: PHYTIN

CAS Number
3615-82-5
Function
Chelating agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes GRAS for food use; not specifically restricted in cosmetics by FDA

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Potent chelator that can sequester metals critical for preservative efficacy and formulation stability with pH-dependent activity.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Phytin safe in cosmetics?

Potent chelator that can sequester metals critical for preservative efficacy and formulation stability with pH-dependent activity. The EU classifies Phytin as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Phytin allowed in the EU?

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

What does Phytin do in cosmetics?

Phytin functions as: Chelating agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 3615-82-5.

What is the Margin of Safety for Phytin?

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.

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