Potassium Olivate/Sunflowerseedate

INCI: POTASSIUM OLIVATE/SUNFLOWERSEEDATE

CAS Number
No single CAS (blend of potassium salts of olive oil + sunflower seed oil fatty acids)
Function
Surfactant — cleansing; Surfactant — emulsifying (soap base from blended vegetable oils)
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not restricted; both component oil saponificates are CIR-reviewed

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Sunflower seed oil may theoretically be a concern for individuals with Compositae/Asteraceae allergy, but sensitization to the saponified salt form is extremely rare.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Potassium Olivate/Sunflowerseedate safe in cosmetics?

Sunflower seed oil may theoretically be a concern for individuals with Compositae/Asteraceae allergy, but sensitization to the saponified salt form is extremely rare. The EU classifies Potassium Olivate/Sunflowerseedate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Potassium Olivate/Sunflowerseedate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Potassium Olivate/Sunflowerseedate do in cosmetics?

Potassium Olivate/Sunflowerseedate functions as: Surfactant — cleansing; Surfactant — emulsifying (soap base from blended vegetable oils). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: No single CAS (blend of potassium salts of olive oil + sunflower seed oil fatty acids).

What is the Margin of Safety for Potassium Olivate/Sunflowerseedate?

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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