Is Ethyl Lactyl Retinoate safe in cosmetics?
Ethyl Lactyl Retinoate has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Ethyl Lactyl Retinoate
INCI: ETHYL LACTYL RETINOATE
Ethyl Lactyl Retinoate (CAS 1390894-42-0 (proprietary retinoid ester)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Skin conditioning — retinoid derivative designed for improved stability and. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Skin conditioning — retinoid derivative designed for improved stability and tolerability
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted — not specifically restricted under 21 CFR
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Ethyl Lactyl Retinoate.
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Expert Verdict
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ethyl Lactyl Retinoate allowed in the EU?
Ethyl Lactyl Retinoate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ethyl Lactyl Retinoate do in cosmetics?
Ethyl Lactyl Retinoate functions as: Skin conditioning — retinoid derivative designed for improved stability and tolerability. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1390894-42-0 (proprietary retinoid ester).
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