Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Ethyl ester of abietic acid (rosin-derived) used as emollient and film-former in cosmetics; sensitization risk is reduced in ester form but caution advised for sensitive-skin formulations due to abietic acid parent compound sensitization potential.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ethyl Abietate safe in cosmetics?
Ethyl ester of abietic acid (rosin-derived) used as emollient and film-former in cosmetics; sensitization risk is reduced in ester form but caution advised for sensitive-skin formulations due to abietic acid parent compound sensitization potential. The EU classifies Ethyl Abietate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Ethyl Abietate allowed in the EU?
Ethyl Abietate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ethyl Abietate do in cosmetics?
Ethyl Abietate functions as: Skin conditioning, emollient, film-forming. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 631-71-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Ethyl Abietate?
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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