Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Cetyl Laurate is a safe emollient ingredient with adequate safety margin and low absorption/sensitization potential.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cetyl Laurate safe in cosmetics?
Cetyl Laurate is a safe emollient ingredient with adequate safety margin and low absorption/sensitization potential. The EU classifies Cetyl Laurate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Cetyl Laurate allowed in the EU?
Cetyl Laurate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Cetyl Laurate do in cosmetics?
Cetyl Laurate functions as: Skin Conditioning – Emollient; Opacifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 20834-06-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Cetyl Laurate?
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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