C14-16 Glycol Palmitate

INCI: C14-16 GLYCOL PALMITATE

CAS Number
No single CAS (complex ester mixture; R = C12-14 alkyl chains esterified with palmitic acid on glycol backbone)
Function
Skin Conditioning Agent – Emollient
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Adequate

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

CIR caution: PG esters can act as penetration enhancers—care needed when co-formulated with ingredients whose safety relies on low dermal absorption

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is C14-16 Glycol Palmitate safe in cosmetics?

CIR caution: PG esters can act as penetration enhancers—care needed when co-formulated with ingredients whose safety relies on low dermal absorption The EU classifies C14-16 Glycol Palmitate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is C14-16 Glycol Palmitate allowed in the EU?

C14-16 Glycol Palmitate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does C14-16 Glycol Palmitate do in cosmetics?

C14-16 Glycol Palmitate functions as: Skin Conditioning Agent – Emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: No single CAS (complex ester mixture; R = C12-14 alkyl chains esterified with palmitic acid on glycol backbone).

What is the Margin of Safety for C14-16 Glycol 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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