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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
None significant โ endogenous compound, well-characterized safety profile [^1_14][^1_13]
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Serine safe in cosmetics?
None significant โ endogenous compound, well-characterized safety profile [^1_14][^1_13] The EU classifies Serine as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Serine allowed in the EU?
Serine EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Serine do in cosmetics?
Serine functions as: Skin conditioning, hair conditioning, antistatic, NMF component, humectant [^1_12][^1_14]. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 56-45-1 (L-Serine) [^1_12][^1_13].
What is the Margin of Safety for Serine?
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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