Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Very well-characterized class with no genotoxicity or carcinogenicity flags; palmitate/stearate components are endogenous fatty acids with low comedogenic potential compared to isopropyl esters.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Isoamyl Palmitate/Stearate safe in cosmetics?
Very well-characterized class with no genotoxicity or carcinogenicity flags; palmitate/stearate components are endogenous fatty acids with low comedogenic potential compared to isopropyl esters. The EU classifies Isoamyl Palmitate/Stearate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Isoamyl Palmitate/Stearate allowed in the EU?
Isoamyl Palmitate/Stearate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Isoamyl Palmitate/Stearate do in cosmetics?
Isoamyl Palmitate/Stearate functions as: Skin conditioning agent — emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Mixture — Isoamyl palmitate: 7779-72-2; Isoamyl stearate: 3687-46-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Isoamyl Palmitate/Stearate?
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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