Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Safety relies on structural analogy to borage seed oil; ethyl ester form should be confirmed pyrrolizidine alkaloid-free via certificate of analysis.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Borago Officinalis Ethyl Ester safe in cosmetics?
Safety relies on structural analogy to borage seed oil; ethyl ester form should be confirmed pyrrolizidine alkaloid-free via certificate of analysis. The EU classifies Borago Officinalis Ethyl Ester as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Borago Officinalis Ethyl Ester allowed in the EU?
Borago Officinalis Ethyl Ester EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Borago Officinalis Ethyl Ester do in cosmetics?
Borago Officinalis Ethyl Ester functions as: Emollient, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned in major databases — derived ester of Borago officinalis fatty acids.
What is the Margin of Safety for Borago Officinalis Ethyl Ester?
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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