Is Subericin safe in cosmetics?
Subericin has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Subericin
INCI: SUBERICIN
Subericin (CAS 53870-33-2) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Skin conditioning (emollient); derived from cork oak (Quercus suber) bark. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Skin conditioning (emollient); derived from cork oak (Quercus suber) bark
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Not specifically reviewed by CIR; permitted under FDA general cosmetic provisions (no restriction)
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Subericin.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Subericin.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Subericin allowed in the EU?
Subericin EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Subericin do in cosmetics?
Subericin functions as: Skin conditioning (emollient); derived from cork oak (Quercus suber) bark. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 53870-33-2.
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