Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Minimal concerns; natural plant-derived hemicellulose with adequate margin of safety supported by extensive polysaccharide class data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Polyxylose safe in cosmetics?
Minimal concerns; natural plant-derived hemicellulose with adequate margin of safety supported by extensive polysaccharide class data. The EU classifies Polyxylose as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Polyxylose allowed in the EU?
Polyxylose EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Polyxylose do in cosmetics?
Polyxylose functions as: Skin conditioning, humectant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9014-63-5 (xylan-class polysaccharide).
What is the Margin of Safety for Polyxylose?
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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