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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Rare individual sensitivity; silk allergy cross-reactivity possible; purification quality matters [^1_6]
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sericin safe in cosmetics?
Rare individual sensitivity; silk allergy cross-reactivity possible; purification quality matters [^1_6] The EU classifies Sericin as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Sericin allowed in the EU?
Sericin EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sericin do in cosmetics?
Sericin functions as: Antistatic, hair conditioning, humectant, skin conditioning, smoothing [^1_6]. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 60650-88-6 [^1_6][^1_7].
What is the Margin of Safety for Sericin?
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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