Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Acetylenic fatty acid ester (trans-11-octadecen-9-ynoic acid ethyl ester) marketed as Ximilene® by Givaudan. No public RIFM/CIR/SCCS safety monograph located; supplier safety data from Givaudan should be requested for CPSR inclusion. Triple bond in structure warrants attention for potential reactivity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ethyl Ximenynate safe in cosmetics?
Acetylenic fatty acid ester (trans-11-octadecen-9-ynoic acid ethyl ester) marketed as Ximilene® by Givaudan. No public RIFM/CIR/SCCS safety monograph located; supplier safety data from Givaudan should be requested for CPSR inclusion. Triple bond in structure warrants attention for potential reactivity. The EU classifies Ethyl Ximenynate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Ethyl Ximenynate allowed in the EU?
Ethyl Ximenynate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ethyl Ximenynate do in cosmetics?
Ethyl Ximenynate functions as: Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 159534-89-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Ethyl Ximenynate?
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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