Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Safe as used; no EU Annex restrictions; CIR 2015 safe-as-used for alkyl esters class; penetration enhancement activity requires factoring into safety assessment for co-formulated actives.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ethyl Oleate safe in cosmetics?
Safe as used; no EU Annex restrictions; CIR 2015 safe-as-used for alkyl esters class; penetration enhancement activity requires factoring into safety assessment for co-formulated actives. The EU classifies Ethyl Oleate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Ethyl Oleate allowed in the EU?
Ethyl Oleate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ethyl Oleate do in cosmetics?
Ethyl Oleate functions as: Emollient, Perfuming, Solvent, Penetration Enhancer. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 111-62-6.
What is the Margin of Safety for Ethyl Oleate?
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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