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HYDROLYZED PIG TRACHEA EXTRACT

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Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

A hydrolyzed cartilage extract from pig trachea. Use is heavily constrained by EU Regulation 1069/2009 animal by-product rules, plus disease-transmission, ethical, and religious-acceptability concerns.

Function

BINDINGBULKINGFRAGRANCEPERFUMINGDISPERSING NON-SURFACTANT

Skin benefits

  • Cartilage-derived chondroitin sulfate humectant
  • Glycosaminoglycan moisturization
  • Bioavailable amino acids and peptides

Known concerns

  • EU Regulation 1069/2009 restricts animal Category 1/2 by-products
  • Disease transmission risk (TSE, viral)
  • Religious/dietary objections (porcine origin)
  • Animal welfare and ethical concerns
  • Source-verification difficulty

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve — always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.