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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Selenium toxicity is dose-dependent — total selenium content must be quantified and controlled; chronic exposure to excess selenium causes selenosis; ensure total Se in finished product stays well below toxicological thresholds; EU does not restrict Se in cosmetics but prudent limit monitoring is essential
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Saccharomyces/Selenium Ferment safe in cosmetics?
Selenium toxicity is dose-dependent — total selenium content must be quantified and controlled; chronic exposure to excess selenium causes selenosis; ensure total Se in finished product stays well below toxicological thresholds; EU does not restrict Se in cosmetics but prudent limit monitoring is essential The EU classifies Saccharomyces/Selenium Ferment as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Saccharomyces/Selenium Ferment allowed in the EU?
Saccharomyces/Selenium Ferment EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Saccharomyces/Selenium Ferment do in cosmetics?
Saccharomyces/Selenium Ferment functions as: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Anti-aging. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (selenium CAS 7782-49-2 as element, but the ferment complex has none).
What is the Margin of Safety for Saccharomyces/Selenium Ferment?
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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