Methyl Octadecatrienoate
INCI: METHYL OCTADECATRIENOATE (CHEMICAL NAME: METHYL LINOLENATE - METHYL ESTER OF ฮ-LINOLENIC ACID)
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Low toxicity profile consistent with other fatty acid methyl esters; susceptible to oxidation due to three double bonds (polyunsaturated), requiring antioxidant stabilization in formulations. Derived from linolenic acid (C18:3); highly unsaturated making it prone to rancidity; lightweight emollient with good skin-feel properties
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methyl Octadecatrienoate safe in cosmetics?
Low toxicity profile consistent with other fatty acid methyl esters; susceptible to oxidation due to three double bonds (polyunsaturated), requiring antioxidant stabilization in formulations. Derived from linolenic acid (C18:3); highly unsaturated making it prone to rancidity; lightweight emollient with good skin-feel properties The EU classifies Methyl Octadecatrienoate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Methyl Octadecatrienoate allowed in the EU?
Methyl Octadecatrienoate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methyl Octadecatrienoate do in cosmetics?
Methyl Octadecatrienoate functions as: Emollient, skin conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 301-00-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Methyl Octadecatrienoate?
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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