Is Isopropyl Isostearate safe in cosmetics?
Isopropyl Isostearate has a safety rating of "EXCELLENT" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Isopropyl Isostearate
INCI: ISOPROPYL ISOSTEARATE
Isopropyl Isostearate (CAS 68171-33-5 (mixture)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Binding, emollient, moisturizing, skin conditioning. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Binding, emollient, moisturizing, skin conditioning
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted — individually reviewed by CIR and found safe as used; reaffirmed 2007
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Isopropyl Isostearate.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Isopropyl Isostearate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Isopropyl Isostearate allowed in the EU?
Isopropyl Isostearate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Isopropyl Isostearate do in cosmetics?
Isopropyl Isostearate functions as: Binding, emollient, moisturizing, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68171-33-5 (mixture).
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