Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Low comedogenic rating; at most slight skin irritation reported in healthy subjects at full concentration; well-established safety profile with decades of use
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Isopropyl Isostearate safe in cosmetics?
Low comedogenic rating; at most slight skin irritation reported in healthy subjects at full concentration; well-established safety profile with decades of use The EU classifies Isopropyl Isostearate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
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).
What is the Margin of Safety for Isopropyl Isostearate?
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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