Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Alkaline soap that can be drying or irritating at high concentrations in leave-on products. Palm-derived — sustainability and RSPO sourcing should be considered.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Potassium Palm Kernelate safe in cosmetics?
Alkaline soap that can be drying or irritating at high concentrations in leave-on products. Palm-derived — sustainability and RSPO sourcing should be considered. The EU classifies Potassium Palm Kernelate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Potassium Palm Kernelate allowed in the EU?
Potassium Palm Kernelate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Potassium Palm Kernelate do in cosmetics?
Potassium Palm Kernelate functions as: Cleansing (surfactant), Viscosity Controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 70969-43-6.
What is the Margin of Safety for Potassium Palm Kernelate?
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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