Silkworm Lipids

INCI: SILKWORM LIPIDS

CAS Number
Not specifically assigned
Function
Skin Conditioning – Emollient (presumed)
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not reviewed by CIR; no FDA-specific data

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Very limited safety data; residual protein content could drive allergenicity; insect-derived — traceability and standardization required

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Silkworm Lipids safe in cosmetics?

Very limited safety data; residual protein content could drive allergenicity; insect-derived — traceability and standardization required The EU classifies Silkworm Lipids as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Silkworm Lipids allowed in the EU?

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

What does Silkworm Lipids do in cosmetics?

Silkworm Lipids functions as: Skin Conditioning – Emollient (presumed). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for Silkworm Lipids?

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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