# ZEIN

URL: https://app.greenveil.ai/ingredients/ingredient_dtxsid_dtxsid101010851
Categories: beauty, industrial, pharma
Functions: Anti-caking agent, Drier, Film former, Humectant, Softener and conditioner
Identifier: DTXSID101010851

> ZEIN is used as anti-caking agent / drier. EPA CPDat observed this chemical in 7 composition records across product categories including Specialty occupational products, Personal care. Assessed from 8 sources.

## Safety assessment

- Chemical concern: not yet assessed
- Rationale: EPA CPDat observed this chemical in 7 composition records across product categories including Specialty occupational products, Personal care.

## Regulatory status

- US: commercial use observed — EPA CPDat observed this chemical in 7 composition records across product categories including Specialty occupational products, Personal care. EPA CPDat classifies this chemical for functional uses including Film former, Softener and conditioner, Humectant.
- US: inactive ingredient database — Route: ORAL; Dosage form: TABLET; Potency: 5 mg
- US: inactive ingredient database — Route: ORAL; Dosage form: TABLET, COATED; Potency: 25 mg
- US: inactive ingredient database — Route: ORAL; Dosage form: TABLET, EXTENDED RELEASE; Maximum daily exposure: 810 mg
- US: inactive ingredient database — Route: ORAL; Dosage form: TABLET, FILM COATED; Potency: 5.75 mg
- US: listed in openFDA substance — openFDA substance registry classifies this ingredient as structurallydiverse.

_Assessed by Greenveil._