Isodecyl Stearate

INCI: ISODECYL STEARATE

CAS Number
31565-38-5
Function
Skin conditioning agent — emollient
Safety Rating
GOOD

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
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Limited ingredient-specific data available; stearate esters as a sub-class have extensive safety documentation with minimal inhalation concern in non-spray applications.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Isodecyl Stearate safe in cosmetics?

Limited ingredient-specific data available; stearate esters as a sub-class have extensive safety documentation with minimal inhalation concern in non-spray applications. The EU classifies Isodecyl Stearate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Isodecyl Stearate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Isodecyl Stearate do in cosmetics?

Isodecyl Stearate functions as: Skin conditioning agent — emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 31565-38-5.

What is the Margin of Safety for Isodecyl 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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