Ethyl Linolenate

INCI: ETHYL LINOLENATE

CAS Number
1191-41-9
Function
Emollient, Skin Conditioning
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€“ No FDA restriction; fatty acid ester with long use history

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Highly unsaturated linolenic acid ester (3 double bonds) prone to oxidation; use with antioxidants and appropriate packaging to mitigate rancidity risk.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

ifra_fragrance

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ethyl Linolenate safe in cosmetics?

Highly unsaturated linolenic acid ester (3 double bonds) prone to oxidation; use with antioxidants and appropriate packaging to mitigate rancidity risk. The EU classifies Ethyl Linolenate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Ethyl Linolenate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Ethyl Linolenate do in cosmetics?

Ethyl Linolenate functions as: Emollient, Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1191-41-9.

What is the Margin of Safety for Ethyl Linolenate?

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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