Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Shorter-chain laurate ester with low skin penetration; may enhance permeation of co-formulated ingredients but demonstrates no genotoxicity concerns.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ethylhexyl Laurate safe in cosmetics?
Shorter-chain laurate ester with low skin penetration; may enhance permeation of co-formulated ingredients but demonstrates no genotoxicity concerns. The EU classifies Ethylhexyl Laurate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Ethylhexyl Laurate allowed in the EU?
Ethylhexyl Laurate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ethylhexyl Laurate do in cosmetics?
Ethylhexyl Laurate functions as: Emollient, skin conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 20292-08-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Ethylhexyl Laurate?
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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