Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Piracetam is a pharmacologically active nootropic that cannot be used in cosmetic products as it will reclassify the product as a medicinal product under EU law and is not FDA-approved as a cosmetic ingredient.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Piracetam safe in cosmetics?
Piracetam is a pharmacologically active nootropic that cannot be used in cosmetic products as it will reclassify the product as a medicinal product under EU law and is not FDA-approved as a cosmetic ingredient. The EU classifies Piracetam as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Piracetam allowed in the EU?
Piracetam EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Piracetam do in cosmetics?
Piracetam functions as: Pharmaceutical nootropic. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 7491-74-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for Piracetam?
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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