Silybin Maltoside

INCI: SILYBIN MALTOSIDE

CAS Number
Not widely published (glycosylated derivative of silybin)
Function
Antioxidant, skin conditioning (water-soluble derivative of silybin created by glycosylation with maltose — improves bioavailability and formulation compatibility)
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not restricted; permitted under general cosmetic safety provisions

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

✅ Generally safe; limited independent safety studies (relies on parent compound safety profile); novel derivative — ensure supplier provides certificate of analysis and stability data

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Concern Level: None

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Silybin Maltoside safe in cosmetics?

✅ Generally safe; limited independent safety studies (relies on parent compound safety profile); novel derivative — ensure supplier provides certificate of analysis and stability data The EU classifies Silybin Maltoside as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Silybin Maltoside allowed in the EU?

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

What does Silybin Maltoside do in cosmetics?

Silybin Maltoside functions as: Antioxidant, skin conditioning (water-soluble derivative of silybin created by glycosylation with maltose — improves bioavailability and formulation compatibility). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not widely published (glycosylated derivative of silybin).

What is the Margin of Safety for Silybin Maltoside?

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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