Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Formulate to be non-irritating; isobutyl palmitate acts as a lipid-layer penetration enhancer — verify effect on co-formulated actives.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Isobutyl Palmitate safe in cosmetics?
Formulate to be non-irritating; isobutyl palmitate acts as a lipid-layer penetration enhancer — verify effect on co-formulated actives. The EU classifies Isobutyl Palmitate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Isobutyl Palmitate allowed in the EU?
Isobutyl Palmitate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Isobutyl Palmitate do in cosmetics?
Isobutyl Palmitate functions as: Skin conditioning — emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Verify with supplier (ester of isobutanol + palmitic acid / hexadecanoic acid).
What is the Margin of Safety for Isobutyl Palmitate?
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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