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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
GHS H302 (harmful if swallowed), H315 (skin irritation), H319 (eye irritation). Aquatic Acute 1, Aquatic Chronic 1 classification; assess environmental impact in CPSR. Hydrolysis to lactic acid may lower skin pH; evaluate in-use pH.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lauryl Lactate safe in cosmetics?
GHS H302 (harmful if swallowed), H315 (skin irritation), H319 (eye irritation). Aquatic Acute 1, Aquatic Chronic 1 classification; assess environmental impact in CPSR. Hydrolysis to lactic acid may lower skin pH; evaluate in-use pH. The EU classifies Lauryl Lactate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Lauryl Lactate allowed in the EU?
Lauryl Lactate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Lauryl Lactate do in cosmetics?
Lauryl Lactate functions as: Skin conditioning agent, emollient; related to alpha hydroxy acids. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 6283-92-7.
What is the Margin of Safety for Lauryl Lactate?
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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