Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Extraction may involve toluene/benzene — GMP must verify complete solvent removal; contains octacosanol (50–80% of aliphatic alcohols), which lowers cholesterol systemically
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Saccharum Officinarum Wax safe in cosmetics?
Extraction may involve toluene/benzene — GMP must verify complete solvent removal; contains octacosanol (50–80% of aliphatic alcohols), which lowers cholesterol systemically The EU classifies Saccharum Officinarum Wax as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Saccharum Officinarum Wax allowed in the EU?
Saccharum Officinarum Wax EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Saccharum Officinarum Wax do in cosmetics?
Saccharum Officinarum Wax functions as: Binder, Emulsion Stabilizer, Skin Protectant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 91722-22-4 (generic sugarcane CAS).
What is the Margin of Safety for Saccharum Officinarum Wax?
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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