Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Can be irritating at very high concentrations in leave-on formulations; standard surfactant precautions apply
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Potassium Oleate safe in cosmetics?
Can be irritating at very high concentrations in leave-on formulations; standard surfactant precautions apply The EU classifies Potassium Oleate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Potassium Oleate allowed in the EU?
Potassium Oleate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Potassium Oleate do in cosmetics?
Potassium Oleate functions as: Surfactant — cleansing; Surfactant — emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 143-18-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Potassium Oleate?
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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