Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Epoxidized soybean oil is permitted with good safety profile; epoxidation process denatures allergenic proteins; mild transient irritation may occur at high concentrations with no carcinogenic, genotoxic, or reproductive/developmental toxicity.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Epoxidized Soybean Oil safe in cosmetics?
Epoxidized soybean oil is permitted with good safety profile; epoxidation process denatures allergenic proteins; mild transient irritation may occur at high concentrations with no carcinogenic, genotoxic, or reproductive/developmental toxicity. The EU classifies Epoxidized Soybean Oil as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Epoxidized Soybean Oil allowed in the EU?
Epoxidized Soybean Oil EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Epoxidized Soybean Oil do in cosmetics?
Epoxidized Soybean Oil functions as: Emollient, skin conditioning, plasticizer. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 8013-07-8 [^1_13][^1_14].
What is the Margin of Safety for Epoxidized Soybean Oil?
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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