Ethylhexyl Isostearate

INCI: ETHYLHEXYL ISOSTEARATE

CAS Number
52461-32-6
Function
Emollient, skin conditioning agent
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” CIR alkyl esters group: safe in present practices of use and concentration

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Branched-chain isostearate may enhance delivery of co-formulated actives; consider when formulating with penetration-sensitive ingredients.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ethylhexyl Isostearate safe in cosmetics?

Branched-chain isostearate may enhance delivery of co-formulated actives; consider when formulating with penetration-sensitive ingredients. The EU classifies Ethylhexyl Isostearate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Ethylhexyl Isostearate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Ethylhexyl Isostearate do in cosmetics?

Ethylhexyl Isostearate functions as: Emollient, skin conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 52461-32-6.

What is the Margin of Safety for Ethylhexyl Isostearate?

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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