Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Largest ester in the dihydrocholesteryl series with negligible penetration favorable for safety; limited use-concentration data in VCRP/CPNP databases; verify sourcing for COSMOS compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dihydrocholesteryl Octyldecanoate safe in cosmetics?
Largest ester in the dihydrocholesteryl series with negligible penetration favorable for safety; limited use-concentration data in VCRP/CPNP databases; verify sourcing for COSMOS compliance. The EU classifies Dihydrocholesteryl Octyldecanoate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Dihydrocholesteryl Octyldecanoate allowed in the EU?
Dihydrocholesteryl Octyldecanoate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Dihydrocholesteryl Octyldecanoate do in cosmetics?
Dihydrocholesteryl Octyldecanoate functions as: Skin conditioning, emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (ester of dihydrocholesterol + octyldecanoic acid).
What is the Margin of Safety for Dihydrocholesteryl Octyldecanoate?
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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