Stearyl Alcohol
INCI: STEARYL ALCOHOL
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
2 study endpoints found for Stearyl Alcohol. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.
| Endpoint | Value | Route | Species | Study Type | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LOAEL | 0.5 % | oral | dog | Subchronic | COSMOS_DB |
| LOAEL | 1 % | oral | rat | Subchronic | COSMOS_DB |
Safety Opinions
Official safety assessments from the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) and Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR).
Sensitization Profile
Contact sensitization data for Stearyl Alcohol based on clinical patch test studies and IFRA standards.
Source: IVDK; ESSCA; NACDG
Dermal Penetration Profile
Skin absorption and penetration characteristics of Stearyl Alcohol, relevant to systemic exposure and MoS calculations.
Source: CIR
Expert Verdict
Good safety profile with restricted use in EU requiring concentration limit compliance; permitted in US.
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Stearyl Alcohol safe in cosmetics?
Good safety profile with restricted use in EU requiring concentration limit compliance; permitted in US. The EU classifies Stearyl Alcohol as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD. 2 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database. This ingredient has been reviewed by cir.
Is Stearyl Alcohol allowed in the EU?
Stearyl Alcohol EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Stearyl Alcohol do in cosmetics?
Stearyl Alcohol functions as: Emollient, emulsion stabilizer. It is classified as a Emollient in our database. CAS number: 36653-82-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Stearyl Alcohol?
not established 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.
What is the NOAEL for Stearyl Alcohol?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Stearyl Alcohol is 0.5 % based on a Subchronic study via oral route in dog. A total of 2 study endpoints are available. Source: COSMOS_DB.
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