Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
2-Ethylhexanoic acid component is a known reproductive toxicant at high systemic doses — ensure the intact ester form is confirmed and hydrolysis potential is assessed if used in leave-on products at high concentrations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Stearyl Ethylhexanoate safe in cosmetics?
2-Ethylhexanoic acid component is a known reproductive toxicant at high systemic doses — ensure the intact ester form is confirmed and hydrolysis potential is assessed if used in leave-on products at high concentrations The EU classifies Stearyl Ethylhexanoate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Stearyl Ethylhexanoate allowed in the EU?
Stearyl Ethylhexanoate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Stearyl Ethylhexanoate do in cosmetics?
Stearyl Ethylhexanoate functions as: Skin conditioning, emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 59130-70-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Stearyl Ethylhexanoate?
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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