Wheat Germ Glycerides

INCI: WHEAT GERM GLYCERIDES

CAS Number
68990-07-8
Function
Refatting, Skin Conditioning, Emollient
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; CIR Expert Panel reviewed โ€“ 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

Potential wheat protein allergenicity (gluten-related); ensure hydrolyzed protein fragments are <3.5 kDa to minimize sensitization risk

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen ifra_fragrance

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wheat Germ Glycerides safe in cosmetics?

Potential wheat protein allergenicity (gluten-related); ensure hydrolyzed protein fragments are <3.5 kDa to minimize sensitization risk The EU classifies Wheat Germ Glycerides as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Wheat Germ Glycerides allowed in the EU?

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

What does Wheat Germ Glycerides do in cosmetics?

Wheat Germ Glycerides functions as: Refatting, Skin Conditioning, Emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68990-07-8.

What is the Margin of Safety for Wheat Germ Glycerides?

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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