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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Historical co-carcinogenesis data: undiluted sorbitan trioleate was active as a co-carcinogen on mouse skin with DMBA. CIR concluded no co-carcinogenesis risk at cosmetic use levels due to high exposure levels in studies and absence of dose-response
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sorbitan Trioleate safe in cosmetics?
Historical co-carcinogenesis data: undiluted sorbitan trioleate was active as a co-carcinogen on mouse skin with DMBA. CIR concluded no co-carcinogenesis risk at cosmetic use levels due to high exposure levels in studies and absence of dose-response The EU classifies Sorbitan Trioleate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Sorbitan Trioleate allowed in the EU?
Sorbitan Trioleate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sorbitan Trioleate do in cosmetics?
Sorbitan Trioleate functions as: Surfactant – Emulsifying Agent; HLB 1.8. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 26266-58-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Sorbitan Trioleate?
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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