Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Ethyl stearate is safe for cosmetic use at typical concentrations with minimal irritation risk in formulated products.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ethyl Stearate safe in cosmetics?
Ethyl stearate is safe for cosmetic use at typical concentrations with minimal irritation risk in formulated products. The EU classifies Ethyl Stearate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Ethyl Stearate allowed in the EU?
Ethyl Stearate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ethyl Stearate do in cosmetics?
Ethyl Stearate functions as: Emollient; skin conditioning; viscosity controlling agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 111-61-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Ethyl Stearate?
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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