Mannitan Laurate

INCI: MANNITAN LAURATE

CAS Number
120200-78-4
Function
Emulsifying - helps form stable emulsions of oil and water; surfactant
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Allowed - not prohibited or restricted; analogous to sorbitan laurate-type emulsifiers considered safe for cosmetic use

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

No significant safety concerns reported; mannitan esters are structurally similar to sorbitan esters, which have a well-established safety profile. A mannose-derived sugar ester of lauric acid; functions as a nonionic emulsifier comparable to sorbitan esters but derived from mannose rather than sorbitol

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mannitan Laurate safe in cosmetics?

No significant safety concerns reported; mannitan esters are structurally similar to sorbitan esters, which have a well-established safety profile. A mannose-derived sugar ester of lauric acid; functions as a nonionic emulsifier comparable to sorbitan esters but derived from mannose rather than sorbitol The EU classifies Mannitan Laurate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Mannitan Laurate allowed in the EU?

Mannitan Laurate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Mannitan Laurate do in cosmetics?

Mannitan Laurate functions as: Emulsifying - helps form stable emulsions of oil and water; surfactant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 120200-78-4.

What is the Margin of Safety for Mannitan Laurate?

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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