Beta-Sitosterol
INCI: BETA-SITOSTEROL
CAS 83-46-5 EC 201-480-6
Stigmast-5-en-3-.beta.-ol
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details
Description
Stigmast-5-en-3-.beta.-ol
Purpose
Function
emulsion stabilising, skin conditioning, masking, stabilising
Profile
Properties
Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance
Regulatory Status
EU
Permitted
Safety
EXCELLENT
US
Permitted
Absorptionlow
Sensitizationnone
MoSadequate
NOAEL4200 mg/kg
ConcernNone
Verdict
Beta-Sitosterol is safe for use in cosmetics with excellent safety profile, GRAS status, and no genotoxicity concerns.
US Note
GRAS status as food additive (E499); CIR assessed phytosterols as safe in cosmetics; no restrictions
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