Ethyl Macadamiate

INCI: ETHYL MACADAMIATE

CAS Number
214495-31-5
Function
Skin Conditioning, Emollient, Sunscreen Coverage Enhancer, UV Filter Solubilizer, Silicone Alternative
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes No FDA restrictions; not a sunscreen active.

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Generally regarded as low-toxicity material based on constituent fatty acid ethyl esters, though dedicated peer-reviewed studies are lacking.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ethyl Macadamiate safe in cosmetics?

Generally regarded as low-toxicity material based on constituent fatty acid ethyl esters, though dedicated peer-reviewed studies are lacking. The EU classifies Ethyl Macadamiate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Ethyl Macadamiate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Ethyl Macadamiate do in cosmetics?

Ethyl Macadamiate functions as: Skin Conditioning, Emollient, Sunscreen Coverage Enhancer, UV Filter Solubilizer, Silicone Alternative. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 214495-31-5.

What is the Margin of Safety for Ethyl Macadamiate?

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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