Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ

INCI: TRITICUM VULGARE (WHEAT) GERM

CAS Number
Not specifically assigned (botanical raw material)
Function
Skin conditioning agent, abrasive, bulking agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status restricted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted in cosmetics; wheat components are GRAS for food use. CIR: safe as used

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Wheat allergen labeling required in food; potential mycotoxin/pesticide residue contamination; gluten-containing โ€” flag for celiac-sensitive marketing claims

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ safe in cosmetics?

Wheat allergen labeling required in food; potential mycotoxin/pesticide residue contamination; gluten-containing โ€” flag for celiac-sensitive marketing claims The EU classifies Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ allowed in the EU?

Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ do in cosmetics?

Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ functions as: Skin conditioning agent, abrasive, bulking agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned (botanical raw material).

What is the Margin of Safety for Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ?

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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