Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Montan wax is lignite-derived (fossil origin) and may affect natural/organic claims; no specific toxicology studies found but structural class of long-chain wax esters has extensive history of safe use.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Glycol Montanate safe in cosmetics?
Montan wax is lignite-derived (fossil origin) and may affect natural/organic claims; no specific toxicology studies found but structural class of long-chain wax esters has extensive history of safe use. The EU classifies Glycol Montanate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Glycol Montanate allowed in the EU?
Glycol Montanate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Glycol Montanate do in cosmetics?
Glycol Montanate functions as: Skin conditioning (wax ester). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 73138-45-1 / 26787-65-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Glycol Montanate?
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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