Punica Granatum Seed Oil Stearyl Esters

INCI: PUNICA GRANATUM SEED OIL STEARYL ESTERS

CAS Number
Not specifically assigned
Function
Binding, emulsion stabilising, hair conditioning, skin conditioning – emollient
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted in cosmetics; no specific restrictions

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

No CIR review; synthetic/plant origin (transesterification); functions overlap with common wax esters — safety may be supported by read-across from Punica Granatum Seed Oil (CIR safe, 2017) and stearyl alcohol/stearic acid safety data, but independent substantiation recommended

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-oil natural-origin

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Punica Granatum Seed Oil Stearyl Esters safe in cosmetics?

No CIR review; synthetic/plant origin (transesterification); functions overlap with common wax esters — safety may be supported by read-across from Punica Granatum Seed Oil (CIR safe, 2017) and stearyl alcohol/stearic acid safety data, but independent substantiation recommended The EU classifies Punica Granatum Seed Oil Stearyl Esters as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Punica Granatum Seed Oil Stearyl Esters allowed in the EU?

Punica Granatum Seed Oil Stearyl Esters EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Punica Granatum Seed Oil Stearyl Esters do in cosmetics?

Punica Granatum Seed Oil Stearyl Esters functions as: Binding, emulsion stabilising, hair conditioning, skin conditioning – emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for Punica Granatum Seed Oil Stearyl Esters?

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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