Streptococcus Lactis Extract

INCI: STREPTOCOCCUS LACTIS EXTRACT (NOTE: ORGANISM RECLASSIFIED TO *LACTOCOCCUS LACTIS*)

CAS Number
Not specifically assigned (biotechnology-derived extract)
Function
Skin protecting
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use; *Lactococcus lactis* has GRAS status in food applications

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Taxonomic reclassification: INCI still reads *Streptococcus* but organism is now *Lactococcus lactis* โ€” may cause confusion in regulatory filings. Biotechnologically produced โ€” must verify absence of residual fermentation media allergens

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Streptococcus Lactis Extract safe in cosmetics?

Taxonomic reclassification: INCI still reads *Streptococcus* but organism is now *Lactococcus lactis* โ€” may cause confusion in regulatory filings. Biotechnologically produced โ€” must verify absence of residual fermentation media allergens The EU classifies Streptococcus Lactis Extract as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Streptococcus Lactis Extract allowed in the EU?

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

What does Streptococcus Lactis Extract do in cosmetics?

Streptococcus Lactis Extract functions as: Skin protecting. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned (biotechnology-derived extract).

What is the Margin of Safety for Streptococcus Lactis 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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