Sheep Skin Extract

INCI: SHEEP SKIN EXTRACT

CAS Number
No specific CAS assigned
Function
Skin conditioning — collagen, elastin, and glycosaminoglycan delivery from ovine dermal tissue
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use; sourcing and processing documentation required

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

TSE/BSE risk — sheep are scrapie-susceptible species; must comply with EU animal by-product regulations; source country and flock health documentation critical; potential for prion contamination must be addressed in safety dossier

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sheep Skin Extract safe in cosmetics?

TSE/BSE risk — sheep are scrapie-susceptible species; must comply with EU animal by-product regulations; source country and flock health documentation critical; potential for prion contamination must be addressed in safety dossier The EU classifies Sheep Skin Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Sheep Skin Extract allowed in the EU?

Sheep Skin Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Sheep Skin Extract do in cosmetics?

Sheep Skin Extract functions as: Skin conditioning — collagen, elastin, and glycosaminoglycan delivery from ovine dermal tissue. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: No specific CAS assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for Sheep Skin Extract?

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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