Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Plant-derived emollient ester with negligible absorption and well-established tolerance profile; no safety concerns identified.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cetearyl Nonanoate safe in cosmetics?
Plant-derived emollient ester with negligible absorption and well-established tolerance profile; no safety concerns identified. The EU classifies Cetearyl Nonanoate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Cetearyl Nonanoate allowed in the EU?
Cetearyl Nonanoate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Cetearyl Nonanoate do in cosmetics?
Cetearyl Nonanoate functions as: Skin conditioning — emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned (mixture; supplier-dependent).
What is the Margin of Safety for Cetearyl Nonanoate?
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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