Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
No significant safety concerns identified; rare potential for contact irritation in individuals with quinoa sensitivity (grain allergy cross-reactivity is theoretically possible but not documented for topical use)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Quinoa Starch Octenylsuccinate safe in cosmetics?
No significant safety concerns identified; rare potential for contact irritation in individuals with quinoa sensitivity (grain allergy cross-reactivity is theoretically possible but not documented for topical use) The EU classifies Quinoa Starch Octenylsuccinate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Quinoa Starch Octenylsuccinate allowed in the EU?
Quinoa Starch Octenylsuccinate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Quinoa Starch Octenylsuccinate do in cosmetics?
Quinoa Starch Octenylsuccinate functions as: Emulsion stabilising, viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly assigned (no CAS listed in CosIng).
What is the Margin of Safety for Quinoa Starch Octenylsuccinate?
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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