Is Alloferon-1 safe in cosmetics?
Alloferon-1 has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Alloferon-1
INCI: ALLOFERON-1
Alloferon-1 (CAS 478296-76-9 (synthetic antimicrobial peptide, originally isolated from blowfly)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Bleaching (skin lightening), Skin Conditioning – Emollient, Skin Protecting. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
478296-76-9 (synthetic antimicrobial peptide, originally isolated from blowfly)
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Function
Bleaching (skin lightening), Skin Conditioning – Emollient, Skin Protecting
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Not restricted by FDA; no specific monograph
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Alloferon-1.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Alloferon-1.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Alloferon-1 allowed in the EU?
Alloferon-1 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Alloferon-1 do in cosmetics?
Alloferon-1 functions as: Bleaching (skin lightening), Skin Conditioning – Emollient, Skin Protecting. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 478296-76-9 (synthetic antimicrobial peptide, originally isolated from blowfly).
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