Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Mandatory contaminant limits: Pb ≤0.1 ppm, As ≤3 ppm, Hg ≤1 ppm, total PCB/pesticide ≤40 ppm (≤10 ppm per residue); dioxin monitoring recommended (FDA TEQ data: ~0.12–0.15 pg/g in food-grade lard); animal-derived — not suitable for vegan/halal/kosher claims without verification
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hydrogenated Lard safe in cosmetics?
Mandatory contaminant limits: Pb ≤0.1 ppm, As ≤3 ppm, Hg ≤1 ppm, total PCB/pesticide ≤40 ppm (≤10 ppm per residue); dioxin monitoring recommended (FDA TEQ data: ~0.12–0.15 pg/g in food-grade lard); animal-derived — not suitable for vegan/halal/kosher claims without verification The EU classifies Hydrogenated Lard as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Hydrogenated Lard allowed in the EU?
Hydrogenated Lard EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hydrogenated Lard do in cosmetics?
Hydrogenated Lard functions as: Skin conditioning – occlusive; viscosity increasing – nonaqueous. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 73138-67-7.
What is the Margin of Safety for Hydrogenated Lard?
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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