Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Ethylhexyl Caprylate/Caprate is a well-established emollient with excellent safety profile and adequate margin of safety for cosmetic use.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ethylhexyl Caprylate/Caprate safe in cosmetics?
Ethylhexyl Caprylate/Caprate is a well-established emollient with excellent safety profile and adequate margin of safety for cosmetic use. The EU classifies Ethylhexyl Caprylate/Caprate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Ethylhexyl Caprylate/Caprate allowed in the EU?
Ethylhexyl Caprylate/Caprate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ethylhexyl Caprylate/Caprate do in cosmetics?
Ethylhexyl Caprylate/Caprate functions as: Emollient, skin conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 73398-61-5 (mixture).
What is the Margin of Safety for Ethylhexyl Caprylate/Caprate?
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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