C18-38 Alkyl Hydroxystearoyl Stearate

INCI: C18-38 ALKYL HYDROXYSTEAROYL STEARATE

CAS Number
222722-18-1
Function
Emulsion stabilising; Skin conditioning—emollient; Viscosity controlling
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes CIR: Assessed under Amended Safety Assessment of Alkyl Esters (2015) — Safe as used when formulated to be non-irritating

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Safe as used when formulated to be non-irritating; assessed under Amended Safety Assessment of Alkyl Esters (2015).

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is C18-38 Alkyl Hydroxystearoyl Stearate safe in cosmetics?

Safe as used when formulated to be non-irritating; assessed under Amended Safety Assessment of Alkyl Esters (2015). The EU classifies C18-38 Alkyl Hydroxystearoyl Stearate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is C18-38 Alkyl Hydroxystearoyl Stearate allowed in the EU?

C18-38 Alkyl Hydroxystearoyl Stearate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does C18-38 Alkyl Hydroxystearoyl Stearate do in cosmetics?

C18-38 Alkyl Hydroxystearoyl Stearate functions as: Emulsion stabilising; Skin conditioning—emollient; Viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 222722-18-1.

What is the Margin of Safety for C18-38 Alkyl Hydroxystearoyl Stearate?

adequate 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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