Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Inhalation exposure consideration for powder products (face powders reported up to 7.2% Mg Stearate analogue); otherwise no significant concerns
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Magnesium Palmitate safe in cosmetics?
Inhalation exposure consideration for powder products (face powders reported up to 7.2% Mg Stearate analogue); otherwise no significant concerns The EU classifies Magnesium Palmitate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Magnesium Palmitate allowed in the EU?
Magnesium Palmitate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Magnesium Palmitate do in cosmetics?
Magnesium Palmitate functions as: Opacifying agent, viscosity controlling, emulsion stabilising. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 2601-98-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Magnesium Palmitate?
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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