Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Low concern; laurate esters as a class have been reviewed by CIR and found safe in present practices of use. Ester of isotridecyl alcohol and lauric acid (C12:0); medium-weight emollient providing good lubricity and moisturization; branched alcohol component ensures low solidification point
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Isotridecyl Laurate safe in cosmetics?
Low concern; laurate esters as a class have been reviewed by CIR and found safe in present practices of use. Ester of isotridecyl alcohol and lauric acid (C12:0); medium-weight emollient providing good lubricity and moisturization; branched alcohol component ensures low solidification point The EU classifies Isotridecyl Laurate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Isotridecyl Laurate allowed in the EU?
Isotridecyl Laurate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Isotridecyl Laurate do in cosmetics?
Isotridecyl Laurate functions as: Emollient, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 99241-25-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Isotridecyl Laurate?
not established 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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