Macadamia Integrifolia/Tetraphylla Seed Oil
INCI: MACADAMIA INTEGRIFOLIA/TETRAPHYLLA SEED OIL
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Generally considered safe; potential tree nut allergenicity in sensitized individuals; high unsaturated fatty acid content may require antioxidant stabilization to prevent oxidative rancidity. Exceptionally high in palmitoleic acid, which mimics a component of human sebum in the epidermis; contains vitamins A, B, and E; rapidly absorbed with a non-greasy finish; this INCI covers the hybrid/blended oil from both M. integrifolia and M. tetraphylla species
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Macadamia Integrifolia/Tetraphylla Seed Oil safe in cosmetics?
Generally considered safe; potential tree nut allergenicity in sensitized individuals; high unsaturated fatty acid content may require antioxidant stabilization to prevent oxidative rancidity. Exceptionally high in palmitoleic acid, which mimics a component of human sebum in the epidermis; contains vitamins A, B, and E; rapidly absorbed with a non-greasy finish; this INCI covers the hybrid/blended oil from both M. integrifolia and M. tetraphylla species The EU classifies Macadamia Integrifolia/Tetraphylla Seed Oil as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Macadamia Integrifolia/Tetraphylla Seed Oil allowed in the EU?
Macadamia Integrifolia/Tetraphylla Seed Oil EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Macadamia Integrifolia/Tetraphylla Seed Oil do in cosmetics?
Macadamia Integrifolia/Tetraphylla Seed Oil functions as: Skin conditioning, emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 438545-06-3.
What is the Margin of Safety for Macadamia Integrifolia/Tetraphylla Seed Oil?
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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