Is Lecithin Isopropyl Palmitate safe in cosmetics?
Lecithin Isopropyl Palmitate has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Lecithin Isopropyl Palmitate
INCI: LECITHIN (AND) ISOPROPYL PALMITATE
Lecithin Isopropyl Palmitate (CAS Not a single CAS — this is a complex/blend (Lecithin CAS 8002-43-5 + Isopropyl Palmitate CAS 142-91-6)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Delivery System, Penetration Enhancer. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
Not a single CAS — this is a complex/blend (Lecithin CAS 8002-43-5 + Isopropyl Palmitate CAS 142-91-6)
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Function
Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Delivery System, Penetration Enhancer
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
CIR assessed - Lecithin and Hydrogenated Lecithin found safe as used in rinse-off products; safe at concentrations ≤15% in leave-on products. Isopropyl Palmitate also CIR-safe as used. Bovine-derived lecithin subject to FDA BSE restrictions.
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Lecithin Isopropyl Palmitate.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Lecithin Isopropyl Palmitate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lecithin Isopropyl Palmitate allowed in the EU?
Lecithin Isopropyl Palmitate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Lecithin Isopropyl Palmitate do in cosmetics?
Lecithin Isopropyl Palmitate functions as: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Delivery System, Penetration Enhancer. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not a single CAS — this is a complex/blend (Lecithin CAS 8002-43-5 + Isopropyl Palmitate CAS 142-91-6).
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