Is Lanolin Alcohol safe in cosmetics?
Lanolin Alcohol has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted. 1 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Lanolin Alcohol
Also known as: Cholesterol base H, Cordulan, Dusoline, Dusoran, Emery 1780 (+15 more)
INCI: LANOLIN ALCOHOL
Lanolin Alcohol (CAS 8027-33-6) is a cosmetic emollient functioning as Fraction of lanolin (wool wax alcohols) used as emollient and emulsifier. Reported NOAEL =1000 mg/kg bw/day in Rat (ToxValDB_ECHA_IUCLID); EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database. Same-CAS public records also appear in industrial chemical safety data.
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Auto-generated CPSR Part A draft with source citations
Function
Fraction of lanolin (wool wax alcohols) used as emollient and emulsifier. Provides W/O emulsion stabilization and skin conditioning.
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
CIR reviewed. Contact allergen with sensitization rates comparable to lanolin. Patch-test concentration increase from 3% to 5% in 2011 raised detected allergy rates from approximately 1.8–2.5% to 4.6–5.7%.
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Lanolin Alcohol.
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Toxicological Studies
1 study endpoint found for Lanolin Alcohol. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.
| Endpoint | Value | Route | Species | Study Type | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOAEL | =1000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | Rat | reproduction developmental | ToxValDB_ECHA_IUCLID |
Sensitization Profile
Contact sensitization data for Lanolin Alcohol based on clinical patch test studies and IFRA standards.
Sensitization Rate
moderate
Allergen Class
botanical
EU Allergen Listed
no
Patch Test Positive Rate
2.5%
Cross-reactivity Group
lanolin-group
Reaction Type
contact-dermatitis
Source: IVDK; ESSCA; NACDG
ECHA REACH Registration
European Chemicals Agency REACH dossier and Substances of Very High Concern listing.
Registration Type
Full
Tonnage Band
1,000 - 10,000 tonnes
Substance Type
SUBSTANCE
SVHC Candidate
No
Expanded Jurisdictional Detail
Additional regulatory detail beyond the 7-jurisdiction summary: Saudi SFDA, Korea MFDS, ASEAN ACD, Japan/Korea, Brazil/India, and cross-jurisdictional restriction entries.
Additional Jurisdictional Restrictions (1)
| Jurisdiction | Status | Max % | Product Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| GCC | halal_restricted | - | All cosmetics |
Additional Ingredient Properties
4 property records from structured ingredient metadata.
allergen_detail
{"eu_allergen_listed": "no", "allergen_class": "botanical", "cross_reactivity_group": "lanolin-group", "patch_test_frequency_pct": "2.5", "sensitization_rate": "moderate", "common_reaction_type": "contact-dermatitis", "ifra_restricted": "no", "source": "IVDK; ESSCA; NACDG"}
comedogenicity_detail
{"comedogenicity_rating": "4", "irritancy_rating": "2", "skin_type_suitability": "dry", "acne_safe": "no", "source": "Fulton 1989"}
hair_care
{"hair_function": "conditioning", "hair_type_suitability": "coarse", "curl_pattern_suitability": "all", "porosity_suitability": "low/medium", "protein_sensitivity": "neutral", "moisture_protein_balance": "yes", "cg_method_approved": "not-a-silicone", "silicone_type": "not-a-sulfate", "sulfate_type": "no", "drying_alcohol": "yes", "fatty_alcohol": "no", "heat_protectant": "yes", "color_safe": "neut…
solubility_hlb
{"water_soluble": "no", "oil_soluble": "yes", "hlb_required": "10.0", "soluble_in": "oils, ethanol", "insoluble_in": "water, glycerin, propylene glycol", "log_p": "6.8", "melting_point_c": "58-62", "appearance": "amber waxy solid", "source": "Croda"}
Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Anti-static agent
Binder
Emulsifier
Softener and conditioner
Solvent
Stabilizing agent
Thickening agent
Viscosity modifier
Regulatory List Membership (1)
EU Restricted for Children (Cosmetics)
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Lanolin Alcohol.
Regulatory Flags
contact-allergen
not-vegan
animal-derived
patch-test-risk
eu_children_restricted
NOAEL Studies Summary
View details ->Public NOAEL study rows linked to Lanolin Alcohol by CAS number or substance name.
Studies
1
Lowest NOAEL
1000 mg/kg bw/day
Highest NOAEL
1000 mg/kg bw/day
ToxValDB_ECHA_IUCLID
Known Synonyms
Cholesterol base H
Cordulan
Dusoline
Dusoran
Emery 1780
Eucerin
Eucerinum anhydricum
Hydrocerin
Jeelan Alcohol
Kathro
Lanol
Lanolin Alcohol CSY
Lanolin alcohol B
Lanolin simple alcohols
Lanowax EP
Nimco cholesterol base H
Nimco cholesterol base No. 712
Protegin X
Super Hartolan
Tegolan
Chemical Function
Emulsifier
Softener and conditioner
Anti-static agent
Viscosity modifier
Binder
Stabilizing agent
Regulatory Lists
inert_ingredient; non_food_use; Pesticides
children; Europe; Personal care
children; Europe; Personal care - general moisturizing - hand/body lotion
Canada; pharmaceutical
Canada; pharmaceutical
Australian Status
AICIS status: listed
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lanolin Alcohol allowed in the EU?
Lanolin Alcohol EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Lanolin Alcohol do in cosmetics?
Lanolin Alcohol functions as: Fraction of lanolin (wool wax alcohols) used as emollient and emulsifier. Provides W/O emulsion stabilization and skin conditioning.. It is classified as a Emollient in our database. CAS number: 8027-33-6.
What is the NOAEL for Lanolin Alcohol?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Lanolin Alcohol is =1000 mg/kg bw/day based on a reproduction developmental study via oral route in Rat. Source: ToxValDB_ECHA_IUCLID.
Is Lanolin Alcohol used outside cosmetics?
Lanolin Alcohol also appears in industrial chemical safety data. The cross-vertical cards on this page render same-CAS public rows from the matched databases.
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