Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Not currently in wide use per VCRP (concentration-of-use data reported but few registered uses); not mutagenic; no ocular irritation
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sorbitan Caprylate safe in cosmetics?
Not currently in wide use per VCRP (concentration-of-use data reported but few registered uses); not mutagenic; no ocular irritation The EU classifies Sorbitan Caprylate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Sorbitan Caprylate allowed in the EU?
Sorbitan Caprylate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sorbitan Caprylate do in cosmetics?
Sorbitan Caprylate functions as: Surfactant – Emulsifying Agent, Emulsion Stabilizing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 95508-00-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for Sorbitan Caprylate?
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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