Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Potential mild irritation at high concentrations (free fatty acids can disrupt barrier); keep concentrations controlled in leave-on products
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Safflower Acid safe in cosmetics?
Potential mild irritation at high concentrations (free fatty acids can disrupt barrier); keep concentrations controlled in leave-on products The EU classifies Safflower Acid as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Safflower Acid allowed in the EU?
Safflower Acid EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Safflower Acid do in cosmetics?
Safflower Acid functions as: Skin Conditioning (Emollient). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not uniquely assigned in CosIng (mixed fatty acid fraction from *Carthamus tinctorius*).
What is the Margin of Safety for Safflower Acid?
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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