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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Hydrolysis may release furfuryl alcohol (a suspected reproductive toxicant in animal studies); ester bond stability at formulation pH should be confirmed; limited independent safety data and CIR review not available; supplier toxicology dossier recommended.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Furfuryl Palmitate safe in cosmetics?
Hydrolysis may release furfuryl alcohol (a suspected reproductive toxicant in animal studies); ester bond stability at formulation pH should be confirmed; limited independent safety data and CIR review not available; supplier toxicology dossier recommended. The EU classifies Furfuryl Palmitate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Furfuryl Palmitate allowed in the EU?
Furfuryl Palmitate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Furfuryl Palmitate do in cosmetics?
Furfuryl Palmitate functions as: Antioxidant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 95668-36-3.
What is the Margin of Safety for Furfuryl Palmitate?
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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