Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
2 study endpoints found for Tall Oil. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOEL | >6.6 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | 300 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
Expert Verdict
May contain rosin acids which can be sensitizers in sensitive individuals. Source quality matters — ensure no excessive rosin acid content
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tall Oil safe in cosmetics?
May contain rosin acids which can be sensitizers in sensitive individuals. Source quality matters — ensure no excessive rosin acid content The EU classifies Tall Oil as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD. 2 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Tall Oil allowed in the EU?
Tall Oil EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Tall Oil do in cosmetics?
Tall Oil functions as: Skin conditioning, solvent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 8002-26-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Tall Oil?
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 Tall Oil?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Tall Oil is >6.6 mg/kg bw/day based on a oral study via oral route in rat. A total of 2 study endpoints are available. Source: REACH.
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