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MONASCUS FERMENT FILTRATE EXTRACT POWDER

78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A powdered extract from red yeast fermentation — a natural colorant producing the distinctive red/orange pigments used in cosmetics.

Monascus Ferment Filtrate Extract Powder is derived from filtrate of Monascus fungal fermentation (Elaphomycetaceae). CosIng-listed as a colorant. Monascus produces monascin, ankaflavin, and other azaphilone pigments. Red yeast rice (Monascus-fermented) also produces monacolin K (lovastatin). No GHS codes or restrictions. Some Monascus strains can produce citrinin (mycotoxin), so quality control of the fermentation is important.

Function

COLORANT

Skin benefits

  • Natural colorant (red/orange pigments)

Known concerns

  • Potential citrinin (mycotoxin) contamination depending on strain and process
  • May contain trace monacolin K (statin)
  • Fermentation quality control critical

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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