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CARBOXYLESTERASE

CAS 9016-18-6
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

An enzyme ingredient used for oral-care style activity rather than classic moisturising. Enzymes can be effective at low levels, but protein-based materials are not always irritation-free.

Carboxylesterase is the enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of carboxylic acids. Low-molecular-weight specialty ingredients depend heavily on purity and concentration for their tolerability profile. No major hazard flags are listed in the batch data, so the main uncertainty is limited ingredient-specific human data.

Function

ANTIPLAQUE

Known concerns

  • Enzymes can occasionally provoke protein-related sensitivity reactions
  • Published cosmetic safety data for the exact enzyme preparation is limited

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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