Cetyl Kombo Butterate

INCI: CETYL KOMBO BUTTERATE

CAS Number
Not publicly assigned (novel/specialty ester)
Function
Skin Conditioning – Emollient
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically reviewed; novel ingredient derived from Pycnanthus kombo (African nutmeg) butter

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Limited toxicological data for this novel ingredient. Recommend HRIPT/patch testing, supplier safety dossier, and botanical source allergen screening.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen natural-origin

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cetyl Kombo Butterate safe in cosmetics?

Limited toxicological data for this novel ingredient. Recommend HRIPT/patch testing, supplier safety dossier, and botanical source allergen screening. The EU classifies Cetyl Kombo Butterate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Cetyl Kombo Butterate allowed in the EU?

Cetyl Kombo Butterate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Cetyl Kombo Butterate do in cosmetics?

Cetyl Kombo Butterate functions as: Skin Conditioning – Emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly assigned (novel/specialty ester).

What is the Margin of Safety for Cetyl Kombo Butterate?

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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