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Bacillus/Glutamic Acid Ferment Filtrate
Bacillus/Glutamic Acid Ferment Filtrate
Moderate concern
A cosmetic biotech ingredient (typically polyglutamic acid). Considered safe for topical use; not a food ingredient.
Found in
14 products
What it is
Filtrate from Bacillus bacteria fermentation of glutamic acid.
Cosmetic skin-conditioning ingredient (humectant/moisturizer source of polyglutamic acid); not a food additive.
Why it's flagged
- Not a food ingredient
What regulators actually say
"Bacterial ferment filtrates including Bacillus-derived ingredients are reviewed by CIR for cosmetic use."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Cosmetic ingredient; not a food additive.
European Union — EFSA
Not authorized as a food additive.
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