Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Susceptible to oxidation due to 3 double bonds; antioxidant protection required in formulations. Specify isomer (8,11,14 vs 11,14,17) for regulatory clarity. CIR assessed as part of plant-derived fatty acid oils review.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Eicosatrienoic Acid safe in cosmetics?
Susceptible to oxidation due to 3 double bonds; antioxidant protection required in formulations. Specify isomer (8,11,14 vs 11,14,17) for regulatory clarity. CIR assessed as part of plant-derived fatty acid oils review. The EU classifies Eicosatrienoic Acid as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Eicosatrienoic Acid allowed in the EU?
Eicosatrienoic Acid EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Eicosatrienoic Acid do in cosmetics?
Eicosatrienoic Acid functions as: Skin conditioning, emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1783-84-2 (8Z,11Z,14Z-isomer, dihomo-γ-linolenic acid) ; 17046-59-2 (11Z,14Z,17Z-isomer, ETA).
What is the Margin of Safety for Eicosatrienoic 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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