Methyl Palmate
INCI: METHYL PALMITATE (LISTED IN SOME DATABASES AS METHYL PALMATE)
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Low toxicity; non-irritating; well-tolerated at typical cosmetic use levels. Methyl ester of palmitic acid (C16:0); makes skin smooth and supple; saturated ester so highly stable against oxidation; good spreading characteristics
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methyl Palmate safe in cosmetics?
Low toxicity; non-irritating; well-tolerated at typical cosmetic use levels. Methyl ester of palmitic acid (C16:0); makes skin smooth and supple; saturated ester so highly stable against oxidation; good spreading characteristics The EU classifies Methyl Palmate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Methyl Palmate allowed in the EU?
Methyl Palmate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methyl Palmate do in cosmetics?
Methyl Palmate functions as: Emollient, skin conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 112-39-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Methyl Palmate?
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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