Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Plant-derived potassium salt surfactant with good safety profile; antioxidant stabilization recommended to prevent oxidation-related sensitization from polyunsaturated fatty acids.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Potassium Safflowerate safe in cosmetics?
Plant-derived potassium salt surfactant with good safety profile; antioxidant stabilization recommended to prevent oxidation-related sensitization from polyunsaturated fatty acids. The EU classifies Potassium Safflowerate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Potassium Safflowerate allowed in the EU?
Potassium Safflowerate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Potassium Safflowerate do in cosmetics?
Potassium Safflowerate functions as: Cleansing, surfactant (potassium salt of fatty acids from Carthamus tinctorius). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (CosIng blank).
What is the Margin of Safety for Potassium Safflowerate?
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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