Methyl Oleate/Palmitate/Linoleate/Stearate
INCI: METHYL OLEATE/PALMITATE/LINOLEATE/STEARATE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Low toxicity profile; individual components are well-established fatty acid methyl esters with long safety histories in cosmetics. Blend of four fatty acid methyl esters derived from vegetable oils; provides balanced emolliency; biodegradable; lighter texture than triglycerides; reflects natural fatty acid distribution of palm/plant oils
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methyl Oleate/Palmitate/Linoleate/Stearate safe in cosmetics?
Low toxicity profile; individual components are well-established fatty acid methyl esters with long safety histories in cosmetics. Blend of four fatty acid methyl esters derived from vegetable oils; provides balanced emolliency; biodegradable; lighter texture than triglycerides; reflects natural fatty acid distribution of palm/plant oils The EU classifies Methyl Oleate/Palmitate/Linoleate/Stearate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Methyl Oleate/Palmitate/Linoleate/Stearate allowed in the EU?
Methyl Oleate/Palmitate/Linoleate/Stearate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methyl Oleate/Palmitate/Linoleate/Stearate do in cosmetics?
Methyl Oleate/Palmitate/Linoleate/Stearate functions as: Emollient, skin conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: No single CAS - mixed fatty acid methyl esters (related CAS 8000-49-5 for oleate/palmitate mixture).
What is the Margin of Safety for Methyl Oleate/Palmitate/Linoleate/Stearate?
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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