Pyrus Malus Pectin Extract

INCI: PYRUS MALUS (APPLE) PECTIN EXTRACT

CAS Number
85251-63-4 / EINECS 286-475-7
Function
Skin Conditioning
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes CIR: Safe (2016); pectin itself previously reviewed by CIR and concluded safe

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Antimicrobial activity noted for Delicious variety pectin against *K. pneumoniae*, *S. pyogenes*, *E. coli* โ€” consider impact on skin microbiome at high concentrations

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Concern Level: None

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pyrus Malus Pectin Extract safe in cosmetics?

Antimicrobial activity noted for Delicious variety pectin against *K. pneumoniae*, *S. pyogenes*, *E. coli* โ€” consider impact on skin microbiome at high concentrations The EU classifies Pyrus Malus Pectin Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Pyrus Malus Pectin Extract allowed in the EU?

Pyrus Malus Pectin Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Pyrus Malus Pectin Extract do in cosmetics?

Pyrus Malus Pectin Extract functions as: Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 85251-63-4 / EINECS 286-475-7.

What is the Margin of Safety for Pyrus Malus Pectin Extract?

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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