Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
4 study endpoints found for Stearyl Erucamide. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOAEL | >=1000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | >=1000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| NOEL | >=5000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | >=1000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
Expert Verdict
Primarily an industrial additive (polyolefin lubricant) — ensure cosmetic-grade purity; verify erucamide source for erucic acid content
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Stearyl Erucamide safe in cosmetics?
Primarily an industrial additive (polyolefin lubricant) — ensure cosmetic-grade purity; verify erucamide source for erucic acid content The EU classifies Stearyl Erucamide as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD. 4 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Stearyl Erucamide allowed in the EU?
Stearyl Erucamide EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Stearyl Erucamide do in cosmetics?
Stearyl Erucamide functions as: Slip agent, opacifying agent, skin conditioning; also industrial lubricant/release agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 10094-45-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Stearyl Erucamide?
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.
What is the NOAEL for Stearyl Erucamide?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Stearyl Erucamide is >=1000 mg/kg bw/day based on a oral study via oral route in rat. A total of 4 study endpoints are available. Source: REACH.
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