Isodecyl Laurate

INCI: ISODECYL LAURATE

CAS Number
94247-28-6
Function
Skin conditioning agent — emollient
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — no 21 CFR restriction

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

One of the best-documented isodecyl esters with comprehensive acute, repeat-dose, genotoxicity, irritation, sensitization, and ocular safety data.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Isodecyl Laurate safe in cosmetics?

One of the best-documented isodecyl esters with comprehensive acute, repeat-dose, genotoxicity, irritation, sensitization, and ocular safety data. The EU classifies Isodecyl Laurate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Isodecyl Laurate allowed in the EU?

Isodecyl Laurate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Isodecyl Laurate do in cosmetics?

Isodecyl Laurate functions as: Skin conditioning agent — emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 94247-28-6.

What is the Margin of Safety for Isodecyl Laurate?

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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