Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Emollient with low dermal toxicity; aspiration hazard if swallowed but negligible risk in typical cosmetic dermal use; reproductive hazard flags apply only to systemic/oral exposure.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ethyl Laurate safe in cosmetics?
Emollient with low dermal toxicity; aspiration hazard if swallowed but negligible risk in typical cosmetic dermal use; reproductive hazard flags apply only to systemic/oral exposure. The EU classifies Ethyl Laurate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Ethyl Laurate allowed in the EU?
Ethyl Laurate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ethyl Laurate do in cosmetics?
Ethyl Laurate functions as: Emollient, solvent, skin-conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 106-33-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for Ethyl Laurate?
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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