Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
No ingredient-specific toxicological data; safety relies entirely on CIR alkyl esters group read-across. Mixed irritation results reported for some alkyl esters at high concentrations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Isolauryl Behenate safe in cosmetics?
No ingredient-specific toxicological data; safety relies entirely on CIR alkyl esters group read-across. Mixed irritation results reported for some alkyl esters at high concentrations. The EU classifies Isolauryl Behenate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Isolauryl Behenate allowed in the EU?
Isolauryl Behenate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Isolauryl Behenate do in cosmetics?
Isolauryl Behenate functions as: Skin conditioning agent — emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned (parent: Lauryl Behenate CAS 42233-07-8; "iso" branched variant).
What is the Margin of Safety for Isolauryl Behenate?
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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