Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Safe emollient rich in omega-3 ALA with excellent safety profile; prone to rancidity and requires antioxidant protection; comedogenicity 4/5.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Linseed Oil safe in cosmetics?
Safe emollient rich in omega-3 ALA with excellent safety profile; prone to rancidity and requires antioxidant protection; comedogenicity 4/5. The EU classifies Linseed Oil as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Linseed Oil allowed in the EU?
Linseed Oil EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Linseed Oil do in cosmetics?
Linseed Oil functions as: Emollient, occlusive; rich in ALA omega-3 (approximately 50-60%). It is classified as a Emollient in our database. CAS number: 8001-26-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Linseed 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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