Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Significant data gap with no CIR, SCCS, or RIFM monograph available. CAS number absent from CosIng; full toxicological dossier needed for CPSR compliance. Citric acid derivative esterified with palmitic acid likely presents low hazard but lacks verification.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hydroxycitryl Palmitate safe in cosmetics?
Significant data gap with no CIR, SCCS, or RIFM monograph available. CAS number absent from CosIng; full toxicological dossier needed for CPSR compliance. Citric acid derivative esterified with palmitic acid likely presents low hazard but lacks verification. The EU classifies Hydroxycitryl Palmitate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Hydroxycitryl Palmitate allowed in the EU?
Hydroxycitryl Palmitate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hydroxycitryl Palmitate do in cosmetics?
Hydroxycitryl Palmitate functions as: Astringent, anti-seborrheic, deodorant, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not listed in CosIng; no publicly available CAS identified.
What is the Margin of Safety for Hydroxycitryl Palmitate?
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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