Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Cholesteryl Hydroxystearate is a well-tolerated emollient with established safety profile, low absorption, and minimal sensitization risk.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cholesteryl Hydroxystearate safe in cosmetics?
Cholesteryl Hydroxystearate is a well-tolerated emollient with established safety profile, low absorption, and minimal sensitization risk. The EU classifies Cholesteryl Hydroxystearate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Cholesteryl Hydroxystearate allowed in the EU?
Cholesteryl Hydroxystearate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Cholesteryl Hydroxystearate do in cosmetics?
Cholesteryl Hydroxystearate functions as: Skin conditioning, emollient, lipid barrier restoration. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not widely published.
What is the Margin of Safety for Cholesteryl Hydroxystearate?
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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