Glyceryl Laurate

INCI: GLYCERYL LAURATE

CAS Number
142-18-7
Function
Emollient, co-emulsifier, antimicrobial agent, refatting and thickening agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes No specific FDA restrictions. Monolaurin is GRAS for food use. Industry use up to 12% in cosmetic products.

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

CIR Expert Panel concluded safe as used; strong hemolytic activity in vitro noted as potential concern for products on compromised skin.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

epa_safer_alternative ifra_fragrance

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glyceryl Laurate safe in cosmetics?

CIR Expert Panel concluded safe as used; strong hemolytic activity in vitro noted as potential concern for products on compromised skin. The EU classifies Glyceryl Laurate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Glyceryl Laurate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Glyceryl Laurate do in cosmetics?

Glyceryl Laurate functions as: Emollient, co-emulsifier, antimicrobial agent, refatting and thickening agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 142-18-7.

What is the Margin of Safety for Glyceryl Laurate?

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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