Potassium Linoleate

INCI: POTASSIUM LINOLEATE

CAS Number
Not confirmed from available search sources (potassium salt of linoleic acid)
Function
Cleansing; Surfactant – Emulsifying; Viscosity Controlling
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not restricted; fatty acid soap — GRAS-class ingredient

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Alkaline pH in concentrated form can cause skin irritation; ensure product pH is buffered appropriately

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Potassium Linoleate safe in cosmetics?

Alkaline pH in concentrated form can cause skin irritation; ensure product pH is buffered appropriately The EU classifies Potassium Linoleate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Potassium Linoleate allowed in the EU?

Potassium Linoleate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Potassium Linoleate do in cosmetics?

Potassium Linoleate functions as: Cleansing; Surfactant – Emulsifying; Viscosity Controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not confirmed from available search sources (potassium salt of linoleic acid).

What is the Margin of Safety for Potassium Linoleate?

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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