Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Structurally related to caffeine/theophylline — at very high systemic doses could have pharmacological (vasodilatory) effects, but not a concern at cosmetic topical levels
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Xanthine safe in cosmetics?
Structurally related to caffeine/theophylline — at very high systemic doses could have pharmacological (vasodilatory) effects, but not a concern at cosmetic topical levels The EU classifies Xanthine as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Xanthine allowed in the EU?
Xanthine EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Xanthine do in cosmetics?
Xanthine functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 69-89-6.
What is the Margin of Safety for Xanthine?
not established 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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