Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
CIR-reviewed with positive safety conclusion. 64.3% of ECHA notifications classify as not meeting GHS hazard criteria. Methanol release from ester hydrolysis is toxicologically negligible at cosmetic use concentrations. Ensure cosmetic-grade sourcing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methyl Cocoate safe in cosmetics?
CIR-reviewed with positive safety conclusion. 64.3% of ECHA notifications classify as not meeting GHS hazard criteria. Methanol release from ester hydrolysis is toxicologically negligible at cosmetic use concentrations. Ensure cosmetic-grade sourcing. The EU classifies Methyl Cocoate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Methyl Cocoate allowed in the EU?
Methyl Cocoate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methyl Cocoate do in cosmetics?
Methyl Cocoate functions as: Skin conditioning — emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 61788-59-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Methyl Cocoate?
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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