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Wheat Amino Acids

INCI: WHEAT AMINO ACIDS

CAS Number
70084-87-6
Function
Hair conditioning, skin conditioning, skin protecting, soothing
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; CIR has reviewed hydrolyzed wheat protein/amino acids — safe as used

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Must verify degree of hydrolysis — amino acids (low MW) are safer than intact/partially hydrolyzed proteins; EU allergen declaration may be required; cross-reactivity with celiac/wheat allergy patients possible; ensure MW < 3.5 kDa to minimize sensitization risk per SCCS guidance

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen eu_cosing_listed

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wheat Amino Acids safe in cosmetics?

Must verify degree of hydrolysis — amino acids (low MW) are safer than intact/partially hydrolyzed proteins; EU allergen declaration may be required; cross-reactivity with celiac/wheat allergy patients possible; ensure MW < 3.5 kDa to minimize sensitization risk per SCCS guidance The EU classifies Wheat Amino Acids as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Wheat Amino Acids allowed in the EU?

Wheat Amino Acids EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Wheat Amino Acids do in cosmetics?

Wheat Amino Acids functions as: Hair conditioning, skin conditioning, skin protecting, soothing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 70084-87-6.

What is the Margin of Safety for Wheat Amino Acids?

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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