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Serica
Serica
Low concern
Silk proteins are generally well tolerated; rare allergy in silk-allergic individuals.
Found in
2 products
What it is
INCI name for silk (sericin/fibroin proteins from Bombyx mori cocoons), used in cosmetics.
Cosmetic skin- and hair-conditioning agent. Not a food ingredient.
Why it's flagged
- Potential allergen for silk-sensitive individuals
What regulators actually say
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Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Permitted in cosmetics.
European Union — EFSA
Permitted in cosmetic products under EU Cosmetics Regulation.
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