Potassium Shea Butterate

INCI: POTASSIUM SHEA BUTTERATE

CAS Number
Not specifically assigned
Function
Cleansing, surfactant
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; CIR reviewed fatty acid salts as safe in cosmetics

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Theoretical latex cross-reactivity in highly sensitive individuals from Sapotaceae family; fatty acid oxidation potential in polyunsaturated fraction.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Potassium Shea Butterate safe in cosmetics?

Theoretical latex cross-reactivity in highly sensitive individuals from Sapotaceae family; fatty acid oxidation potential in polyunsaturated fraction. The EU classifies Potassium Shea Butterate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Potassium Shea Butterate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Potassium Shea Butterate do in cosmetics?

Potassium Shea Butterate functions as: Cleansing, surfactant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for Potassium Shea Butterate?

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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