Glyceryl Lanolate

INCI: GLYCERYL LANOLATE

CAS Number
Not specifically assigned (monoester of glycerin and lanolin acid)
Function
Skin conditioning agent — emollient; emulsifying agent
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — CIR: safe in present practices of use; reported as in-use in cosmetics

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

Lanolin allergy is a well-documented concern; must declare on labeling in markets requiring allergen disclosure; pesticide residue potential in lanolin-derived materials; ensure pharmaceutical-grade sourcing for sensitive-skin products

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glyceryl Lanolate safe in cosmetics?

Lanolin allergy is a well-documented concern; must declare on labeling in markets requiring allergen disclosure; pesticide residue potential in lanolin-derived materials; ensure pharmaceutical-grade sourcing for sensitive-skin products The EU classifies Glyceryl Lanolate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Glyceryl Lanolate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Glyceryl Lanolate do in cosmetics?

Glyceryl Lanolate functions as: Skin conditioning agent — emollient; emulsifying agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned (monoester of glycerin and lanolin acid).

What is the Margin of Safety for Glyceryl Lanolate?

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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