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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Skin conditioning emollient with good safety profile; must be formulated to be non-irritating and botanical sources should be verified for pesticide residues and heavy metals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Butter Decyl Esters safe in cosmetics?
Skin conditioning emollient with good safety profile; must be formulated to be non-irritating and botanical sources should be verified for pesticide residues and heavy metals. The EU classifies Butter Decyl Esters as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Butter Decyl Esters allowed in the EU?
Butter Decyl Esters EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Butter Decyl Esters do in cosmetics?
Butter Decyl Esters functions as: Skin conditioning agent (emollient). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: No single CAS assigned (varies by source butter; e.g., Shea Butter Decyl Esters has no unique CAS).
What is the Margin of Safety for Butter Decyl Esters?
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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