Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Formulate to be non-irritating; moderate skin irritation noted for related stearic acid formulations at high dermal doses in animal studies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Potassium Hydroxystearate safe in cosmetics?
Formulate to be non-irritating; moderate skin irritation noted for related stearic acid formulations at high dermal doses in animal studies. The EU classifies Potassium Hydroxystearate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Potassium Hydroxystearate allowed in the EU?
Potassium Hydroxystearate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Potassium Hydroxystearate do in cosmetics?
Potassium Hydroxystearate functions as: Surfactant, cleansing agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 34326-46-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Potassium Hydroxystearate?
adequate 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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