Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Minimal data suggesting concern; palmitate esters are generally well-tolerated on skin. An ester of isohexyl alcohol and palmitic acid (hexadecanoic acid); functions as a rich emollient that softens and smoothens the skin
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Isohexyl Palmitate safe in cosmetics?
Minimal data suggesting concern; palmitate esters are generally well-tolerated on skin. An ester of isohexyl alcohol and palmitic acid (hexadecanoic acid); functions as a rich emollient that softens and smoothens the skin The EU classifies Isohexyl Palmitate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Isohexyl Palmitate allowed in the EU?
Isohexyl Palmitate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Isohexyl Palmitate do in cosmetics?
Isohexyl Palmitate functions as: Skin conditioning agent, emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Listed under PubChem CID 21889159 (specific CAS varies by supplier).
What is the Margin of Safety for Isohexyl Palmitate?
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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