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SUCRALOSE

CAS 56038-13-2 Updated
86

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A high-potency artificial sweetener — used in lip products and oral care to add sweetness without sugar. Extensively studied for food safety; topical/oral cosmetic use is well within established safe levels.

Skin benefits

  • Provides sweetness in lip products and oral care
  • No caloric contribution, no glycemic effect
  • Heat-stable and shelf-stable

Known concerns

  • Heated decomposition concerns are food-side, not topical
  • Cosmetic literature is limited
  • Sustainability questions over halogenated synthesis

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

PC

PubChem

U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.

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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.