Isocetyl Linoleoyl Stearate

INCI: ISOCETYL LINOLEOYL STEARATE

CAS Number
Not uniquely assigned (structurally related to CAS 97338-28-8 class of isocetyl fatty-acid esters)
Function
Skin conditioning – emollient; forms protective barrier, reduces TEWL
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — CIR reviewed isocetyl esters as safe in present practices of use

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Low-to-moderate comedogenic potential in oily/acne-prone skin; limited ingredient-specific toxicity data relies on read-across from structurally related isocetyl esters.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Isocetyl Linoleoyl Stearate safe in cosmetics?

Low-to-moderate comedogenic potential in oily/acne-prone skin; limited ingredient-specific toxicity data relies on read-across from structurally related isocetyl esters. The EU classifies Isocetyl Linoleoyl Stearate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Isocetyl Linoleoyl Stearate allowed in the EU?

Isocetyl Linoleoyl Stearate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Isocetyl Linoleoyl Stearate do in cosmetics?

Isocetyl Linoleoyl Stearate functions as: Skin conditioning – emollient; forms protective barrier, reduces TEWL. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not uniquely assigned (structurally related to CAS 97338-28-8 class of isocetyl fatty-acid esters).

What is the Margin of Safety for Isocetyl Linoleoyl Stearate?

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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