Dextrin Palmitate/Stearate

INCI: DEXTRIN PALMITATE/STEARATE

CAS Number
Not publicly confirmed in major registries
Function
Oil gelling agent, emulsifier, texture modifier (dextrin fatty acid ester class)
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted, not prohibited or restricted under 21 CFR

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Limited ingredient-specific toxicology data; CAS number not publicly confirmed; safety supported by read-across from identical polysaccharide backbone and common fatty acids (C16/C18).

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dextrin Palmitate/Stearate safe in cosmetics?

Limited ingredient-specific toxicology data; CAS number not publicly confirmed; safety supported by read-across from identical polysaccharide backbone and common fatty acids (C16/C18). The EU classifies Dextrin Palmitate/Stearate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Dextrin Palmitate/Stearate allowed in the EU?

Dextrin Palmitate/Stearate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Dextrin Palmitate/Stearate do in cosmetics?

Dextrin Palmitate/Stearate functions as: Oil gelling agent, emulsifier, texture modifier (dextrin fatty acid ester class). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly confirmed in major registries.

What is the Margin of Safety for Dextrin Palmitate/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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