Yeast Ferment Extract

INCI: YEAST FERMENT EXTRACT

CAS Number
Not specifically assigned (parent Yeast: 68876-77-7)
Function
Skin conditioning
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status restricted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not restricted; CIR Final Report (Oct 2024) — safe in present practices of use and concentration

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Must be derived from BSL-1 classified yeast species; verify species identity via DNA sequencing; no live yeasts in finished ingredient (inactivation at >50°C)

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

plant-extract

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Yeast Ferment Extract safe in cosmetics?

Must be derived from BSL-1 classified yeast species; verify species identity via DNA sequencing; no live yeasts in finished ingredient (inactivation at >50°C) The EU classifies Yeast Ferment Extract as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Yeast Ferment Extract allowed in the EU?

Yeast Ferment Extract EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Yeast Ferment Extract do in cosmetics?

Yeast Ferment Extract functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned (parent Yeast: 68876-77-7).

What is the Margin of Safety for Yeast Ferment Extract?

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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