Coconut Oil (Cocos Nucifera Oil)
INCI: COCOS NUCIFERA OIL
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
10 study endpoints found for Coconut Oil (Cocos Nucifera Oil). NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.
| Endpoint | Value | Route | Species | Study Type | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOAEL | 4850 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Short Term Toxicity | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 20000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Short Term Toxicity | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 1817 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Subchronic | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 1777 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Subchronic | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 1772 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Subchronic | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 1780 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Subchronic | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 10000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Short Term Toxicity | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 4000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Subchronic | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 7000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | gerbil | Short Term Toxicity | COSMOS_DB |
| NOAEL | 22500 mg/kg bw/day | oral | mouse | Special Toxicology Study | COSMOS_DB |
Sensitization Profile
Contact sensitization data for Coconut Oil (Cocos Nucifera Oil) based on clinical patch test studies and IFRA standards.
Source: IVDK; literature review
Expert Verdict
Good safety profile with established use history in cosmetics.
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Coconut Oil (Cocos Nucifera Oil) safe in cosmetics?
Good safety profile with established use history in cosmetics. The EU classifies Coconut Oil (Cocos Nucifera Oil) as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD. 10 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Coconut Oil (Cocos Nucifera Oil) allowed in the EU?
Coconut Oil (Cocos Nucifera Oil) EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Coconut Oil (Cocos Nucifera Oil) do in cosmetics?
Coconut Oil (Cocos Nucifera Oil) functions as: Emollient. It is classified as a Emollient in our database. CAS number: 8001-31-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Coconut Oil (Cocos Nucifera Oil)?
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.
What is the NOAEL for Coconut Oil (Cocos Nucifera Oil)?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Coconut Oil (Cocos Nucifera Oil) is 4850 mg/kg bw/day based on a Short Term Toxicity study via oral route in rat. A total of 10 study endpoints are available. Source: COSMOS_DB.
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