Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Lanolin Oil is a permitted emollient with adequate margin of safety at concentrations up to 47% in lipsticks; sensitization risk is low on healthy skin but may occur on diseased skin; pesticide residues and prion contamination from animal source must be controlled per GMP.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lanolin Oil safe in cosmetics?
Lanolin Oil is a permitted emollient with adequate margin of safety at concentrations up to 47% in lipsticks; sensitization risk is low on healthy skin but may occur on diseased skin; pesticide residues and prion contamination from animal source must be controlled per GMP. The EU classifies Lanolin Oil as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Lanolin Oil allowed in the EU?
Lanolin Oil EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Lanolin Oil do in cosmetics?
Lanolin Oil functions as: Skin conditioning agent – emollient; hair conditioning agent; used up to 47% in lipsticks. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 8038-43-5 / 70321-63-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Lanolin Oil?
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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