Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Low concern; derived from canola (rapeseed) oil fatty acids - ensure erucic acid content is within acceptable limits if using non-LEAR (low erucic acid rapeseed) source. Methyl ester of canola oil fatty acids; light emollient with good spreadability; biodegradable; can function as a natural-origin solvent/carrier in formulations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methyl Canolate safe in cosmetics?
Low concern; derived from canola (rapeseed) oil fatty acids - ensure erucic acid content is within acceptable limits if using non-LEAR (low erucic acid rapeseed) source. Methyl ester of canola oil fatty acids; light emollient with good spreadability; biodegradable; can function as a natural-origin solvent/carrier in formulations The EU classifies Methyl Canolate as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Methyl Canolate allowed in the EU?
Methyl Canolate EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methyl Canolate do in cosmetics?
Methyl Canolate functions as: Emollient, skin conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 2504-37-0 (methyl erucidate / mixed canola methyl esters - verify the specific CAS on your CoA as canolate may be a mixture designation).
What is the Margin of Safety for Methyl Canolate?
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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