Cetyl 3-Glyceryl Ascorbate

INCI: CETRIMONIUM DIMETHICONE PEG-8 OLIVATE/SUCCINATE

CAS Number
Related to 1120360-11-3 (3-glyceryl ascorbate base); cetylated form may have separate CAS
Function
Emulsifier, conditioning agent
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically restricted

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Cetyl 3-glyceryl ascorbate is a conditioning ingredient with adequate safety margin and moderate absorption profile, suitable for cosmetic formulations with low sensitization risk.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cetyl 3-Glyceryl Ascorbate safe in cosmetics?

Cetyl 3-glyceryl ascorbate is a conditioning ingredient with adequate safety margin and moderate absorption profile, suitable for cosmetic formulations with low sensitization risk. The EU classifies Cetyl 3-Glyceryl Ascorbate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Cetyl 3-Glyceryl Ascorbate allowed in the EU?

Cetyl 3-Glyceryl Ascorbate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Cetyl 3-Glyceryl Ascorbate do in cosmetics?

Cetyl 3-Glyceryl Ascorbate functions as: Emulsifier, conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Related to 1120360-11-3 (3-glyceryl ascorbate base); cetylated form may have separate CAS.

What is the Margin of Safety for Cetyl 3-Glyceryl Ascorbate?

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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