Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
C18-20 Glycol Isostearate is a permitted emollient and emulsifying agent with good safety profile supported by read-across data from related glycol esters.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is C18-20 Glycol Isostearate safe in cosmetics?
C18-20 Glycol Isostearate is a permitted emollient and emulsifying agent with good safety profile supported by read-across data from related glycol esters. The EU classifies C18-20 Glycol Isostearate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is C18-20 Glycol Isostearate allowed in the EU?
C18-20 Glycol Isostearate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does C18-20 Glycol Isostearate do in cosmetics?
C18-20 Glycol Isostearate functions as: Skin conditioning; skin conditioning – emollient; surfactant – emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned as a single CAS (UVCB — isostearic acid esters of C18-20 glycols).
What is the Margin of Safety for C18-20 Glycol Isostearate?
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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