Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Natural carotenoid pigment (lutein class); antioxidant properties; photodegradable — protect from UV/light in formulations; EU purity criteria apply per Annex IV
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Xanthophylls safe in cosmetics?
Natural carotenoid pigment (lutein class); antioxidant properties; photodegradable — protect from UV/light in formulations; EU purity criteria apply per Annex IV The EU classifies Xanthophylls as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Xanthophylls allowed in the EU?
Xanthophylls EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Xanthophylls do in cosmetics?
Xanthophylls functions as: Skin conditioning, Colorant (CI 75135 — yellow). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 127-40-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for Xanthophylls?
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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