Wool
INCI: WOOL (AS FIBER); LANOLIN-RELATED DERIVATIVES MORE COMMONLY LISTED (E.G., HYDROLYZED WOOL: CAS 69430-36-0)
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Pesticide residues (organophosphates, pyrethroids) possible in non-pharmaceutical-grade wool; must meet EU purity requirements; animal-origin ingredient (vegan compliance issue)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wool safe in cosmetics?
Pesticide residues (organophosphates, pyrethroids) possible in non-pharmaceutical-grade wool; must meet EU purity requirements; animal-origin ingredient (vegan compliance issue) The EU classifies Wool as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Wool allowed in the EU?
Wool EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Wool do in cosmetics?
Wool functions as: Bulking agent, absorbent (raw fiber); hair/skin conditioning when hydrolyzed. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68938-35-2 (wool grease/wool extract); raw wool fibers not assigned a single CAS.
What is the Margin of Safety for Wool?
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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