Skin Conditioning
HYDROLYZED PIG TRACHEA EXTRACT
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
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 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.