Lactic Acid/Hydroxystearic Acid Copolymer
INCI: LACTIC ACID/HYDROXYSTEARIC ACID COPOLYMER
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Hydrolysis yields lactic acid and 12-hydroxystearic acid, both well-characterized; limited independent safety studies; typically used in wax-based systems at low concentrations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lactic Acid/Hydroxystearic Acid Copolymer safe in cosmetics?
Hydrolysis yields lactic acid and 12-hydroxystearic acid, both well-characterized; limited independent safety studies; typically used in wax-based systems at low concentrations. The EU classifies Lactic Acid/Hydroxystearic Acid Copolymer as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Lactic Acid/Hydroxystearic Acid Copolymer allowed in the EU?
Lactic Acid/Hydroxystearic Acid Copolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Lactic Acid/Hydroxystearic Acid Copolymer do in cosmetics?
Lactic Acid/Hydroxystearic Acid Copolymer functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not widely assigned (polyester copolymer).
What is the Margin of Safety for Lactic Acid/Hydroxystearic Acid Copolymer?
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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