Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Control pesticide residues and heavy metals from botanical source; aflatoxin must not be present (FDA action level: 20 ppb); formulate to be non-irritating as undiluted coconut acid caused minimal irritation in rabbit patch test (PII 0.13/4.0).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Coconut Acid safe in cosmetics?
Control pesticide residues and heavy metals from botanical source; aflatoxin must not be present (FDA action level: 20 ppb); formulate to be non-irritating as undiluted coconut acid caused minimal irritation in rabbit patch test (PII 0.13/4.0). The EU classifies Coconut Acid as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Coconut Acid allowed in the EU?
Coconut Acid EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Coconut Acid do in cosmetics?
Coconut Acid functions as: Surfactant – cleansing agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 61788-47-4; 67701-05-7; 101403-98-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for Coconut Acid?
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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