Emulsifying Wax

INCI: CETEARYL ALCOHOL (AND) POLYSORBATE 60

Function
O/W emulsifier; stabilizes oil-in-water emulsions
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Both components CIR-reviewed and GRAS for food.

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Well-established safe emulsifier with decades of use history and food-grade components.

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Concern Level: None

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emulsifying Wax safe in cosmetics?

Well-established safe emulsifier with decades of use history and food-grade components. The EU classifies Emulsifying Wax as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Emulsifying Wax allowed in the EU?

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

What does Emulsifying Wax do in cosmetics?

Emulsifying Wax functions as: O/W emulsifier; stabilizes oil-in-water emulsions. It is classified as a Cosmetic Ingredient in our database.

What is the Margin of Safety for Emulsifying Wax?

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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