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Allantoin

5-Ureidohydantoin

Safety Notes

Promotes skin healing and cell regeneration; keratolytic at low concentrations; soothing and anti-irritant; widely used in baby care; good safety profile

Function & Common Use

Function

Active (Soothing / Healing / Keratolytic)

Category

Active Ingredient

Common In

Soothing creams after-sun baby care

Origin

Vegetable / Synthetic

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Allantoin safe to use in skincare?

Allantoin has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Promotes skin healing and cell regeneration; keratolytic at low concentrations; soothing and anti-irritant; widely used in baby care; good safety profile

Is Allantoin allowed in India?

Allantoin is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Allantoin used for in cosmetics?

Allantoin functions as: Active (Soothing / Healing / Keratolytic). It is commonly found in: Soothing creams after-sun baby care.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted

Identifiers

CAS97-59-6
EC202-592-8

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