Retinyl Palmitate/Carrot Polypeptide

INCI: RETINYL PALMITATE/CARROT POLYPEPTIDE [^1_14]

CAS Number
Not individually assigned (components: Retinyl Palmitate 79-81-2 + Carrot-derived polypeptide) [^1_13]
Function
Skin Conditioning, Anti-aging [^1_15][^1_14]
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Retinyl palmitate CIR-assessed as safe (1987, reaffirmed 2005); conjugate not individually assessed [^1_12]

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Trade name Vitazyme™ A [^1_15]. Enhanced absorption means RE contribution per unit weight may differ from free retinyl palmitate — verify with supplier TDS. Polypeptide source (carrot) — check allergen declarations for plant protein sensitization in sensitive populations.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen natural-origin

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Retinyl Palmitate/Carrot Polypeptide safe in cosmetics?

Trade name Vitazyme™ A [^1_15]. Enhanced absorption means RE contribution per unit weight may differ from free retinyl palmitate — verify with supplier TDS. Polypeptide source (carrot) — check allergen declarations for plant protein sensitization in sensitive populations. The EU classifies Retinyl Palmitate/Carrot Polypeptide as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Retinyl Palmitate/Carrot Polypeptide allowed in the EU?

Retinyl Palmitate/Carrot Polypeptide EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Retinyl Palmitate/Carrot Polypeptide do in cosmetics?

Retinyl Palmitate/Carrot Polypeptide functions as: Skin Conditioning, Anti-aging [^1_15][^1_14]. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned (components: Retinyl Palmitate 79-81-2 + Carrot-derived polypeptide) [^1_13].

What is the Margin of Safety for Retinyl Palmitate/Carrot Polypeptide?

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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