Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Contains unsaturated oleate chain with potential for oxidation; formulate with antioxidant protection to maintain stability and non-irritating profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hexyldecyl Oleate safe in cosmetics?
Contains unsaturated oleate chain with potential for oxidation; formulate with antioxidant protection to maintain stability and non-irritating profile. The EU classifies Hexyldecyl Oleate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Hexyldecyl Oleate allowed in the EU?
Hexyldecyl Oleate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hexyldecyl Oleate do in cosmetics?
Hexyldecyl Oleate functions as: Emollient, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 94278-07-6.
What is the Margin of Safety for Hexyldecyl Oleate?
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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