Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Cetyl Stearate is a well-tolerated emollient with excellent safety profile and no identified concerns at current use levels.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cetyl Stearate safe in cosmetics?
Cetyl Stearate is a well-tolerated emollient with excellent safety profile and no identified concerns at current use levels. The EU classifies Cetyl Stearate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Cetyl Stearate allowed in the EU?
Cetyl Stearate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Cetyl Stearate do in cosmetics?
Cetyl Stearate functions as: Skin conditioning agent (occlusive/emollient), Opacifying agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1190-63-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for Cetyl Stearate?
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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