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Nylon-11
Nylon-11
Low concern
Nylon-11 is reviewed by the CIR as safe for current cosmetic use. Not authorized as a direct food additive in the U.S.
Found in
9 products
What it is
Polyamide-11, a synthetic polymer derived from castor oil; supplied as fine powder for cosmetics.
Not a food ingredient — used as a soft-focus/bulking powder in cosmetics.
Why it's flagged
- not approved as a direct food additive
- potential microplastic concerns in environmental release
What regulators actually say
"Nylon-6, Nylon-12, and similar polyamides including Nylon-11 are reviewed in the CIR ingredient database and considered safe as used in cosmetic products."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Cosmetic ingredient; not approved for direct food use
European Union — EFSA
Not authorised as a food additive
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