Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Plant-based emollient with no significant safety concerns; natural candelilla-derived wax derivative permitted in cosmetics.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cetearyl Candelillate safe in cosmetics?
Plant-based emollient with no significant safety concerns; natural candelilla-derived wax derivative permitted in cosmetics. The EU classifies Cetearyl Candelillate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Cetearyl Candelillate allowed in the EU?
Cetearyl Candelillate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Cetearyl Candelillate do in cosmetics?
Cetearyl Candelillate functions as: Emollient; Skin Conditioning; Skin Protecting; Film Former; Slip Agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 246538-67-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Cetearyl Candelillate?
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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