Hydroxylated Docosahexaenoic Acid
INCI: HYDROXYLATED DOCOSAHEXAENOIC ACID
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Highly oxidation-prone polyunsaturated compound requiring inert atmosphere storage; peroxide value must be controlled; limited published cosmetic safety dossier.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hydroxylated Docosahexaenoic Acid safe in cosmetics?
Highly oxidation-prone polyunsaturated compound requiring inert atmosphere storage; peroxide value must be controlled; limited published cosmetic safety dossier. The EU classifies Hydroxylated Docosahexaenoic Acid as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Hydroxylated Docosahexaenoic Acid allowed in the EU?
Hydroxylated Docosahexaenoic Acid EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hydroxylated Docosahexaenoic Acid do in cosmetics?
Hydroxylated Docosahexaenoic Acid functions as: Skin conditioning, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Multiple isomers exist (e.g., 11-HDHA: 87018-59-5); no single CAS assigned for the cosmetic INCI.
What is the Margin of Safety for Hydroxylated Docosahexaenoic Acid?
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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