Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Safe at approved concentration of 0.2%. Monitor for undecylenic acid purity specifications to minimize skin irritation risk.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Calcium Undecylenate safe in cosmetics?
Safe at approved concentration of 0.2%. Monitor for undecylenic acid purity specifications to minimize skin irritation risk. The EU classifies Calcium Undecylenate as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Calcium Undecylenate allowed in the EU?
Calcium Undecylenate EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 0.2%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Calcium Undecylenate do in cosmetics?
Calcium Undecylenate functions as: Preservative (antifungal). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1322-14-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Calcium Undecylenate?
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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