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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Photosensitivity: riboflavin is a known photosensitizer — generates reactive oxygen species under UV. Recommend SPF co-formulation or restrict to night/rinse-off products. Molecular weight 544.51 Da [^1_16][^1_17]
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Riboflavin Tetraacetate safe in cosmetics?
Photosensitivity: riboflavin is a known photosensitizer — generates reactive oxygen species under UV. Recommend SPF co-formulation or restrict to night/rinse-off products. Molecular weight 544.51 Da [^1_16][^1_17] The EU classifies Riboflavin Tetraacetate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Riboflavin Tetraacetate allowed in the EU?
Riboflavin Tetraacetate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Riboflavin Tetraacetate do in cosmetics?
Riboflavin Tetraacetate functions as: Skin conditioning [^1_17]. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 752-13-6 [^1_16].
What is the Margin of Safety for Riboflavin Tetraacetate?
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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