Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Animal-derived (typically wool/feather keratin) — not eligible for vegan claims; BSE/TSE assessment required if bovine-sourced; CIR has reviewed hydrolyzed keratins generally as safe at reported concentrations; sulfonation process should be verified for residual sulfonate levels
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sulfonated Keratin safe in cosmetics?
Animal-derived (typically wool/feather keratin) — not eligible for vegan claims; BSE/TSE assessment required if bovine-sourced; CIR has reviewed hydrolyzed keratins generally as safe at reported concentrations; sulfonation process should be verified for residual sulfonate levels The EU classifies Sulfonated Keratin as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Sulfonated Keratin allowed in the EU?
Sulfonated Keratin EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sulfonated Keratin do in cosmetics?
Sulfonated Keratin functions as: Hair conditioning, Hair fixative, Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68238-35-7.
What is the Margin of Safety for Sulfonated Keratin?
adequate 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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