Ammonium Oleate

INCI: AMMONIUM OLEATE

CAS Number
544-60-5
Function
Surfactant – Emulsifying, Cleansing
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not restricted by FDA; fatty acid ammonium salts generally recognized as safe by CIR

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Alkaline pH in solution requires buffering in finished products; can be irritating at high concentrations in leave-on products.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ammonium Oleate safe in cosmetics?

Alkaline pH in solution requires buffering in finished products; can be irritating at high concentrations in leave-on products. The EU classifies Ammonium Oleate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Ammonium Oleate allowed in the EU?

Ammonium Oleate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Ammonium Oleate do in cosmetics?

Ammonium Oleate functions as: Surfactant – Emulsifying, Cleansing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 544-60-5.

What is the Margin of Safety for Ammonium Oleate?

adequate The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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