Is Isostearyl PCA safe in cosmetics?
Isostearyl PCA has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Isostearyl PCA
INCI: ISOSTEARYL PCA
Isostearyl PCA (CAS 67762-56-5 (verify per supplier)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Skin-conditioning agent and humectant (PCA ester). EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Skin-conditioning agent and humectant (PCA ester)
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted. PCA and sodium PCA reviewed by CIR as safe as used.
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Isostearyl PCA.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Isostearyl PCA.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Isostearyl PCA allowed in the EU?
Isostearyl PCA EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Isostearyl PCA do in cosmetics?
Isostearyl PCA functions as: Skin-conditioning agent and humectant (PCA ester). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 67762-56-5 (verify per supplier).
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