Hydrogenated Lanolin

INCI: HYDROGENATED LANOLIN

CAS Number
8031-44-5
Function
Skin conditioning – emollient; hair conditioning
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — no CFR restriction; CIR safe for topical application

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Pesticide and heavy metal residues must be monitored per USP lanolin limits; use hypoallergenic (HPA) grade for sensitive populations due to historical sensitization reports.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hydrogenated Lanolin safe in cosmetics?

Pesticide and heavy metal residues must be monitored per USP lanolin limits; use hypoallergenic (HPA) grade for sensitive populations due to historical sensitization reports. The EU classifies Hydrogenated Lanolin as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Hydrogenated Lanolin allowed in the EU?

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

What does Hydrogenated Lanolin do in cosmetics?

Hydrogenated Lanolin functions as: Skin conditioning – emollient; hair conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 8031-44-5.

What is the Margin of Safety for Hydrogenated Lanolin?

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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