Is Kerria Lacca Resin safe in cosmetics?
Kerria Lacca Resin has a safety rating of "EXCELLENT" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Kerria Lacca Resin
INCI: KERRIA LACCA RESIN
Kerria Lacca Resin (CAS 9000-59-3 (shellac)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Film forming, hair fixing, viscosity controlling. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Film forming, hair fixing, viscosity controlling
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted; CIR Expert Panel concluded shellac is safe for use in cosmetics at concentrations up to 6%
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Kerria Lacca Resin.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Kerria Lacca Resin.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kerria Lacca Resin allowed in the EU?
Kerria Lacca Resin EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Kerria Lacca Resin do in cosmetics?
Kerria Lacca Resin functions as: Film forming, hair fixing, viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9000-59-3 (shellac).
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