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Fructooligosaccharides

FOS / Short-chain fructooligosaccharides

Safety Notes

Similar to inulin (shorter chains); prebiotic; selectively feeds beneficial skin microbiome; humectant; COSMOS-approved; well-tolerated

Function & Common Use

Function

Prebiotic / Humectant

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

US FDA (21 CFR)

No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked

Korea (MFDS)

No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category

Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fructooligosaccharides safe to use in skincare?

Fructooligosaccharides has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Similar to inulin (shorter chains); prebiotic; selectively feeds beneficial skin microbiome; humectant; COSMOS-approved; well-tolerated

Is Fructooligosaccharides allowed in India?

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

What is Fructooligosaccharides used for in cosmetics?

Fructooligosaccharides functions as: Prebiotic / Humectant. It is commonly found in: Prebiotic skincare microbiome products.

TCS Assessment

Low Concern

Data Confidence

High

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

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)

Permitted

US FDA

Permitted

Korea (MFDS)

Permitted

Australia (TGA)

Cosmetic ingredient; standard TGA cosmetic framework applies; no therapeutic goods listing required unless therapeutic claims are made

Canada (NHPID)

Not specifically listed as restricted cosmetic ingredient in NHPID source checked; standard Health Canada cosmetic notification applies

Identifiers

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