Isostearyl Laurate

INCI: ISOSTEARYL LAURATE

CAS Number
72576-79-5
Function
Emollient, penetration enhancer
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” not restricted under 21 CFR ยง700; listed in CIR alkyl esters review

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Penetration enhancement activity may increase dermal uptake of other formulation ingredients; formulators should evaluate whether co-formulated actives or preservatives could reach undesirable systemic levels. Solid at room temperature (MW 452.8 g/mol).

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Isostearyl Laurate safe in cosmetics?

Penetration enhancement activity may increase dermal uptake of other formulation ingredients; formulators should evaluate whether co-formulated actives or preservatives could reach undesirable systemic levels. Solid at room temperature (MW 452.8 g/mol). The EU classifies Isostearyl Laurate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Isostearyl Laurate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Isostearyl Laurate do in cosmetics?

Isostearyl Laurate functions as: Emollient, penetration enhancer. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 72576-79-5.

What is the Margin of Safety for Isostearyl Laurate?

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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