Timonacic
INCI: TIMONACIC (SYNONYM: THIAZOLIDINE-4-CARBOXYLIC ACID / THIOPROLINE)
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
No CIR final safety assessment published; primarily studied as pharmaceutical/nutraceutical; ensure cosmetic-grade purity ≥98%
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Timonacic safe in cosmetics?
No CIR final safety assessment published; primarily studied as pharmaceutical/nutraceutical; ensure cosmetic-grade purity ≥98% The EU classifies Timonacic as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Timonacic allowed in the EU?
Timonacic EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Timonacic do in cosmetics?
Timonacic functions as: Antioxidant, hair conditioning agent, keratin-binding agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 444-27-9 (racemic); 45521-09-3 (S-isomer).
What is the Margin of Safety for Timonacic?
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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