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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Parent lime oil contains phototoxic furanocoumarins (bergapten, 5-MOP); hydrogenation should eliminate these but batch testing for 5-MOP residues (<15 ppm) is recommended; limited formal toxicological dossier
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hydrogenated Lime Seed Oil safe in cosmetics?
Parent lime oil contains phototoxic furanocoumarins (bergapten, 5-MOP); hydrogenation should eliminate these but batch testing for 5-MOP residues (<15 ppm) is recommended; limited formal toxicological dossier The EU classifies Hydrogenated Lime Seed Oil as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Hydrogenated Lime Seed Oil allowed in the EU?
Hydrogenated Lime Seed Oil EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hydrogenated Lime Seed Oil do in cosmetics?
Hydrogenated Lime Seed Oil functions as: Emulsion stabilising, viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned (parent Citrus Aurantifolia Seed Oil: 92346-89-9 region).
What is the Margin of Safety for Hydrogenated Lime Seed Oil?
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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