Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Derived from beer brewing byproduct; verify supplier for potential gluten protein residues if marketing to gluten-sensitive consumers; anti-irritant and soothing properties documented
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Spent Grain Wax safe in cosmetics?
Derived from beer brewing byproduct; verify supplier for potential gluten protein residues if marketing to gluten-sensitive consumers; anti-irritant and soothing properties documented The EU classifies Spent Grain Wax as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Spent Grain Wax allowed in the EU?
Spent Grain Wax EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Spent Grain Wax do in cosmetics?
Spent Grain Wax functions as: Skin conditioning agent, viscosity controlling agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 97660-18-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for Spent Grain Wax?
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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