Is Polyamide-7 safe in cosmetics?
Polyamide-7 has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: restricted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Polyamide-7
INCI: POLYAMIDE-7
Polyamide-7 (CAS Not publicly listed (CosIng entry only)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Binding agent. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Binding agent
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
restricted
US Notes
Not specifically restricted by FDA
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Polyamide-7.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Polyamide-7.
Regulatory Flags
potential-allergen
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Polyamide-7 allowed in the EU?
Polyamide-7 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Polyamide-7 do in cosmetics?
Polyamide-7 functions as: Binding agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly listed (CosIng entry only).
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