Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
No major safety concerns documented; as a lactic acid ester, mild exfoliation effects are possible at higher concentrations. The unsaturated chain may be prone to oxidative degradation, requiring antioxidant stabilization in formulations. Ester of linoleyl alcohol and lactic acid; combines the skin-conditioning properties of linoleic-derived fatty alcohols with lactic acid's mild keratolytic/moisturizing effects
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Linoleyl Lactate safe in cosmetics?
No major safety concerns documented; as a lactic acid ester, mild exfoliation effects are possible at higher concentrations. The unsaturated chain may be prone to oxidative degradation, requiring antioxidant stabilization in formulations. Ester of linoleyl alcohol and lactic acid; combines the skin-conditioning properties of linoleic-derived fatty alcohols with lactic acid's mild keratolytic/moisturizing effects The EU classifies Linoleyl Lactate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Linoleyl Lactate allowed in the EU?
Linoleyl Lactate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Linoleyl Lactate do in cosmetics?
Linoleyl Lactate functions as: Emollient, Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 198133-45-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Linoleyl Lactate?
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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