Good Cosmetic Ingredient

OCTYLDODECYL STEARATE

CAS Number
22766-82-1
Function
Skin Conditioning - Emollient
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status Permitted
🇺🇸 US Status allowed
US Notes Allowed — CIR (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) safety assessment published in *International Journal of Toxicology*, 34(Suppl. 2):5–69, 2015

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Expert Verdict

OCTYLDODECYL STEARATE is listed in the EU CosIng database with functions: Skin Conditioning - Emollient It is permitted in the EU without specific restrictions.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

cosing-sourced eu-permitted skin-conditioning emollient needs-enrichment

Frequently Asked Questions

Is OCTYLDODECYL STEARATE safe in cosmetics?

OCTYLDODECYL STEARATE is listed in the EU CosIng database with functions: Skin Conditioning - Emollient It is permitted in the EU without specific restrictions. The EU classifies OCTYLDODECYL STEARATE as "Permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is OCTYLDODECYL STEARATE allowed in the EU?

OCTYLDODECYL STEARATE EU regulatory status: Permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does OCTYLDODECYL STEARATE do in cosmetics?

OCTYLDODECYL STEARATE functions as: Skin Conditioning - Emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 22766-82-1.

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