Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
CIR Expert Panel (2011) concluded sesame-derived ingredients containing sesamin are safe in cosmetics with no skin irritation, sensitization, teratogenic, or carcinogenic risk at cosmetic-use exposures.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sesamin safe in cosmetics?
CIR Expert Panel (2011) concluded sesame-derived ingredients containing sesamin are safe in cosmetics with no skin irritation, sensitization, teratogenic, or carcinogenic risk at cosmetic-use exposures. The EU classifies Sesamin as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Sesamin allowed in the EU?
Sesamin EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sesamin do in cosmetics?
Sesamin functions as: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning, Photoprotective, Anti-Inflammatory. It is classified as a Antioxidant in our database. CAS number: 607-80-7.
What is the Margin of Safety for Sesamin?
not established 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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