Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Standard soap-related skin dryness possible at high concentrations in unbalanced formulations.
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Potassium Olivate safe in cosmetics?
Standard soap-related skin dryness possible at high concentrations in unbalanced formulations. The EU classifies Potassium Olivate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Potassium Olivate allowed in the EU?
Potassium Olivate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Potassium Olivate do in cosmetics?
Potassium Olivate functions as: Surfactant — cleansing; Surfactant — emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68154-77-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Potassium Olivate?
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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