Potassium Sunflowerseedate

INCI: POTASSIUM SUNFLOWERSEEDATE

CAS Number
No single CAS (saponification-derived mixture of potassium salts of sunflower seed oil fatty acids)
Function
Cleansing, surfactant
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted in cosmetics; component fatty acids (oleic, linoleic) are well-established

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

No dedicated CIR/SCCS monograph as a standalone ingredient. Ensure sunflower oil source is free from pesticide residues and meets identity specifications. Potential allergen concern only for individuals with Compositae/Asteraceae allergy (rare for seed oil versus pollen).

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Potassium Sunflowerseedate safe in cosmetics?

No dedicated CIR/SCCS monograph as a standalone ingredient. Ensure sunflower oil source is free from pesticide residues and meets identity specifications. Potential allergen concern only for individuals with Compositae/Asteraceae allergy (rare for seed oil versus pollen). The EU classifies Potassium Sunflowerseedate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Potassium Sunflowerseedate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Potassium Sunflowerseedate do in cosmetics?

Potassium Sunflowerseedate functions as: Cleansing, surfactant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: No single CAS (saponification-derived mixture of potassium salts of sunflower seed oil fatty acids).

What is the Margin of Safety for Potassium Sunflowerseedate?

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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