Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Skin conditioning agent that may lower skin pH in high concentrations due to lactic acid release; distinguish from Glyceryl Citrate/Lactate/Linoleate/Oleate and assess via read-across to related monoester compounds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Glyceryl Lactate safe in cosmetics?
Skin conditioning agent that may lower skin pH in high concentrations due to lactic acid release; distinguish from Glyceryl Citrate/Lactate/Linoleate/Oleate and assess via read-across to related monoester compounds. The EU classifies Glyceryl Lactate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Glyceryl Lactate allowed in the EU?
Glyceryl Lactate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Glyceryl Lactate do in cosmetics?
Glyceryl Lactate functions as: Skin conditioning agent — humectant; emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 26855-44-1 / 1996-06-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Glyceryl Lactate?
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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