Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
PQQ is a potent antioxidant with anti-aging properties that is permitted for cosmetic use in both EU and US markets.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PQQ (Pyrroloquinoline Quinone) safe in cosmetics?
PQQ is a potent antioxidant with anti-aging properties that is permitted for cosmetic use in both EU and US markets. The EU classifies PQQ (Pyrroloquinoline Quinone) as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is PQQ (Pyrroloquinoline Quinone) allowed in the EU?
PQQ (Pyrroloquinoline Quinone) EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does PQQ (Pyrroloquinoline Quinone) do in cosmetics?
PQQ (Pyrroloquinoline Quinone) functions as: Potent antioxidant and anti-aging active. It is classified as a Antioxidant in our database. CAS number: None.
What is the Margin of Safety for PQQ (Pyrroloquinoline Quinone)?
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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