Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
CIR 2019: Safe in cosmetics when formulated to be non-irritating. Unrestricted EU/US. Primary component of bar soaps. Oral LD50 >5,000 mg/kg bw.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sodium Palmitate safe in cosmetics?
CIR 2019: Safe in cosmetics when formulated to be non-irritating. Unrestricted EU/US. Primary component of bar soaps. Oral LD50 >5,000 mg/kg bw. The EU classifies Sodium Palmitate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Sodium Palmitate allowed in the EU?
Sodium Palmitate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sodium Palmitate do in cosmetics?
Sodium Palmitate functions as: Cleansing, Surfactant, Emulsifying, Viscosity Controlling. It is classified as a Surfactant in our database. CAS number: 408-35-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Palmitate?
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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