Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Derived from coconut/palm oil — declare for allergen transparency if relevant. Lauric acid is antimicrobial, which supports preservation but is not a standalone preservative claim.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Calcium Laurate safe in cosmetics?
Derived from coconut/palm oil — declare for allergen transparency if relevant. Lauric acid is antimicrobial, which supports preservation but is not a standalone preservative claim. The EU classifies Calcium Laurate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Calcium Laurate allowed in the EU?
Calcium Laurate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Calcium Laurate do in cosmetics?
Calcium Laurate functions as: Anticaking, emulsion stabilising, surfactant (cleansing), viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 4696-56-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Calcium Laurate?
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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