Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Very limited ingredient-specific toxicological data; safety relies on read-across from the sorbitan ester class. Added to CIR review in 2014 as a previously unreviewed ester
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sorbitan Palmate safe in cosmetics?
Very limited ingredient-specific toxicological data; safety relies on read-across from the sorbitan ester class. Added to CIR review in 2014 as a previously unreviewed ester The EU classifies Sorbitan Palmate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Sorbitan Palmate allowed in the EU?
Sorbitan Palmate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sorbitan Palmate do in cosmetics?
Sorbitan Palmate functions as: Surfactant – Emulsifying Agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned (mixed-chain palm fatty acid ester of sorbitan).
What is the Margin of Safety for Sorbitan Palmate?
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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