Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Contains bromide counter-ion; theoretical bromide exposure concern at very high use levels but not relevant at typical cosmetic concentrations. Consider anionic incompatibility and sourcing considerations similar to polylysine.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Polylysine HBr safe in cosmetics?
Contains bromide counter-ion; theoretical bromide exposure concern at very high use levels but not relevant at typical cosmetic concentrations. Consider anionic incompatibility and sourcing considerations similar to polylysine. The EU classifies Polylysine HBr as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Polylysine HBr allowed in the EU?
Polylysine HBr EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Polylysine HBr do in cosmetics?
Polylysine HBr functions as: Hair conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 25988-63-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Polylysine HBr?
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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