Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Cetyl Esters is a skin-conditioning emollient that has been determined safe as used in cosmetics by the CIR Expert Panel.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cetyl Esters safe in cosmetics?
Cetyl Esters is a skin-conditioning emollient that has been determined safe as used in cosmetics by the CIR Expert Panel. The EU classifies Cetyl Esters as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Cetyl Esters allowed in the EU?
Cetyl Esters EU regulatory status: permitted. Maximum allowed concentration: 7%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Cetyl Esters do in cosmetics?
Cetyl Esters functions as: Skin-conditioning agent (emollient). It is classified as a Emollient in our database. CAS number: 17661-50-6.
What is the Margin of Safety for Cetyl Esters?
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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