Silkworm Extract

INCI: SILKWORM EXTRACT

CAS Number
Not specifically assigned
Function
Skin Conditioning
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically reviewed by CIR; no FDA restriction

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Whole organism extract carries higher allergen load than silk-only ingredients; arginine kinase confirmed as major allergen; insect protein cross-reactivity risk

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Silkworm Extract safe in cosmetics?

Whole organism extract carries higher allergen load than silk-only ingredients; arginine kinase confirmed as major allergen; insect protein cross-reactivity risk The EU classifies Silkworm Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Silkworm Extract allowed in the EU?

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

What does Silkworm Extract do in cosmetics?

Silkworm Extract functions as: Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for Silkworm 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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