Lecithin
✓ EU AllowedIdentification
CAS Number 8002-43-5 / 8030-76-0 (soybean)
EINECS / EC 232-307-2 / 310-129-7
CosIng Ref 34995
Function & Classification
Primary Function Emulsifying
Secondary Functions Skin Conditioning, Film Forming
Category Emollients & Esters
EU Regulatory Status
Safety Profile
1 / 10
Comedogenic Rating: 1/5
Low risk — should be fine for most skin types
Skin Type Compatibility
Acne-Prone ✓ Safe
Fungal Acne Safe ✓ Safe
Toxicology Profile
NOAEL 2000 mg/kg bw/day (oral, rat) CIR Expert Panel 2019. FDA GRAS status.
Sensitization Non-sensitizer
Genotoxicity Non-genotoxic
Phototoxicity Non-phototoxic
Dermal Absorption 3%
LD₅₀ Oral >5000 mg/kg (rat)
Skin Irritation (Draize) 0.0 / 4.0
Eye Irritation (Draize) 0.2 / 4.0
Formulation Guidelines
Usage Level 0.1% – 5%
Benefits Emulsifier; skin conditioning; liposomal delivery; barrier support
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