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EC number: 232-954-0 | CAS number: 9066-59-5
Endpoint summary
Administrative data
Link to relevant study record(s)
Description of key information
Key value for chemical safety assessment
- Bioaccumulation potential:
- no bioaccumulation potential
Additional information
According to the REACH Regulation, Annex VIII, Column 1 Standard information required, the assessment of the toxicokinetic behaviour of the substance can be derived from the relevant available information. The lysozyme enzyme has been widely studied, thus the available information can be used to trace the toxicokinetic behaviour, avoiding further tests.
Lysozyme was first discovered by A. Fleming, who identified lysozyme as an antibacterial enzyme present in nasal mucus membrane. Luce and Pellegrini (1976) have reported in a handbook the conclusions reached by Fleming.
Lysozyme is inactivated by stomach and intestinal proteolytic enzymes, particularly pepsin, rendering it harmless to humans on ingestion (GRAS Notice, 2000; FDA, 2001).
The absorption by lymphatic route is negligible.
Lysozyme is eliminated by the renal route. In general, enzymes do not accumulate in tissues and organs.
REFERENCE
Barbara L. and Pellegrini R. (1976). Fleming's Lysozyme. Edizioni Minerva Medica, 1976 pp.58-65.
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) (2001). Agency Response Letter GRAS Notice No. GRN 000064. April 2, 2001.
GRAS notice for lysozyme (2000). No. 000064. Rhodia, Inc.
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