Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
No specific safety concerns identified; ester of beta-glucan and palmitic acid, both with well-established safety profiles. An ester of beta-glucan and palmitic acid (hexadecanoic acid) . The palmitate esterification increases lipophilicity versus native beta-glucan, improving oil-phase compatibility while retaining the moisturizing and skin-soothing properties characteristic of beta-glucans .
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Beta-Glucan Palmitate safe in cosmetics?
No specific safety concerns identified; ester of beta-glucan and palmitic acid, both with well-established safety profiles. An ester of beta-glucan and palmitic acid (hexadecanoic acid) . The palmitate esterification increases lipophilicity versus native beta-glucan, improving oil-phase compatibility while retaining the moisturizing and skin-soothing properties characteristic of beta-glucans . The EU classifies Beta-Glucan Palmitate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Beta-Glucan Palmitate allowed in the EU?
Beta-Glucan Palmitate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Beta-Glucan Palmitate do in cosmetics?
Beta-Glucan Palmitate functions as: Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not confirmed in retrieved sources.
What is the Margin of Safety for Beta-Glucan Palmitate?
not established 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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