Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Well-established emollient ingredient with CAS confirmation and CIR safety support; safe as used when formulated to be non-irritating.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cetyl Oleate safe in cosmetics?
Well-established emollient ingredient with CAS confirmation and CIR safety support; safe as used when formulated to be non-irritating. The EU classifies Cetyl Oleate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Cetyl Oleate allowed in the EU?
Cetyl Oleate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Cetyl Oleate do in cosmetics?
Cetyl Oleate functions as: Skin Conditioning – Emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 22393-86-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Cetyl Oleate?
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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