Regulatory Status
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Expert Verdict
GMP required to limit impurities (heavy metals, pesticides, PAHs); soy-derived sources may carry trace allergen risk (protein typically less than 0.02–0.44 µg/kg after refining); reported use up to 5% in leave-on, 4.1% in rinse-off.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Phytosterols safe in cosmetics?
GMP required to limit impurities (heavy metals, pesticides, PAHs); soy-derived sources may carry trace allergen risk (protein typically less than 0.02–0.44 µg/kg after refining); reported use up to 5% in leave-on, 4.1% in rinse-off. The EU classifies Phytosterols as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Phytosterols allowed in the EU?
Phytosterols EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Phytosterols do in cosmetics?
Phytosterols functions as: Skin conditioning, hair conditioning, viscosity increasing, skin protectant, antioxidant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 85665-33-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Phytosterols?
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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