Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Source quality matters — montanic acid from montan wax (lignite-derived) may carry trace PAHs if poorly refined; request PAH certificates from supplier
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Glyceryl Montanate safe in cosmetics?
Source quality matters — montanic acid from montan wax (lignite-derived) may carry trace PAHs if poorly refined; request PAH certificates from supplier The EU classifies Glyceryl Montanate as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Glyceryl Montanate allowed in the EU?
Glyceryl Montanate EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Glyceryl Montanate do in cosmetics?
Glyceryl Montanate functions as: Skin conditioning agent – emollient; consistency regulator (wax-like, high melting point from montanic acid C₂₆–C₃₂). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 64218-37-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for Glyceryl Montanate?
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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