Disodium Azelate

INCI: DISODIUM AZELATE

CAS Number
| Diretinyl Ether
Function
Buffering agent, skin conditioning
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted in cosmetics at concentrations below pharmaceutical thresholds. Azelaic acid at 15% or higher is classified as a prescription drug in the US.

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Permitted for cosmetic use at concentrations that do not exceed pharmaceutical thresholds; may cause transient stinging at higher levels; verify correct CAS number for regulatory filing.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Disodium Azelate safe in cosmetics?

Permitted for cosmetic use at concentrations that do not exceed pharmaceutical thresholds; may cause transient stinging at higher levels; verify correct CAS number for regulatory filing. The EU classifies Disodium Azelate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Disodium Azelate allowed in the EU?

Disodium Azelate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Disodium Azelate do in cosmetics?

Disodium Azelate functions as: Buffering agent, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: | Diretinyl Ether.

What is the Margin of Safety for Disodium Azelate?

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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