Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Very limited ingredient-specific data; safety largely inferred from structurally related sodium stearoyl lactylate; ensure formulation is non-irritating per CIR stipulation
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sodium Isostearoyl Lactate safe in cosmetics?
Very limited ingredient-specific data; safety largely inferred from structurally related sodium stearoyl lactylate; ensure formulation is non-irritating per CIR stipulation The EU classifies Sodium Isostearoyl Lactate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Sodium Isostearoyl Lactate allowed in the EU?
Sodium Isostearoyl Lactate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sodium Isostearoyl Lactate do in cosmetics?
Sodium Isostearoyl Lactate functions as: Emulsifier, skin conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not distinctly assigned; often conflated with the lactylate (CAS 66988-04-3).
What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Isostearoyl Lactate?
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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