Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Generally well-tolerated; potential concerns only for individuals with Asteraceae/Compositae family allergies. Low irritation profile. Produced by transesterification of sunflower seed oil with methanol; biodegradable; lighter skin feel than the parent triglyceride oil; good solvent properties for oil-soluble actives
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methyl Sunflowerseedate safe in cosmetics?
Generally well-tolerated; potential concerns only for individuals with Asteraceae/Compositae family allergies. Low irritation profile. Produced by transesterification of sunflower seed oil with methanol; biodegradable; lighter skin feel than the parent triglyceride oil; good solvent properties for oil-soluble actives The EU classifies Methyl Sunflowerseedate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Methyl Sunflowerseedate allowed in the EU?
Methyl Sunflowerseedate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methyl Sunflowerseedate do in cosmetics?
Methyl Sunflowerseedate functions as: Emollient, solvent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: No single CAS - this is a complex mixture of methyl esters of fatty acids derived from Helianthus annuus (sunflower) seed oil.
What is the Margin of Safety for Methyl Sunflowerseedate?
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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