Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Milk protein allergy risk; must declare on label for allergen-sensitive consumers; CIR assessment supports safety when properly formulated
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Whey Protein safe in cosmetics?
Milk protein allergy risk; must declare on label for allergen-sensitive consumers; CIR assessment supports safety when properly formulated The EU classifies Whey Protein as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Whey Protein allowed in the EU?
Whey Protein EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Whey Protein do in cosmetics?
Whey Protein functions as: Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84082-51-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for Whey Protein?
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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