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Glycine Max Callus Culture

A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, humectant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Glycine Max (Soybean) Callus Culture is a suspension of the cultured callus cells of Glycine max, Fabaceae.

What does it do?

Glycine Max Callus Culture is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Antioxidant

    neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin

  • Humectant

    draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

  • Skin protecting

    helps shield skin from external environmental factors

EU regulatory status

Glycine Max Callus Culture is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.

Frequently asked questions

What is Glycine Max Callus Culture?

Glycine Max Callus Culture is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Glycine Max (Soybean) Callus Culture is a suspension of the cultured callus cells of Glycine max, Fabaceae.

Is Glycine Max Callus Culture allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Glycine Max Callus Culture is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Glycine Max Callus Culture do in cosmetic products?

Glycine Max Callus Culture is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, humectant, skin conditioning, skin protecting.

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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 02/10/2014