Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Generally recognized as safe; biodegradable; naturally occurring in many fats and oils; methanol metabolite is negligible at cosmetic use levels
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methyl Palmitate safe in cosmetics?
Generally recognized as safe; biodegradable; naturally occurring in many fats and oils; methanol metabolite is negligible at cosmetic use levels The EU classifies Methyl Palmitate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Methyl Palmitate allowed in the EU?
Methyl Palmitate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methyl Palmitate do in cosmetics?
Methyl Palmitate functions as: Emollient, skin conditioning, solvent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 112-39-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Methyl Palmitate?
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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