Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Non-comedogenic lipophilic vitamin C ester with excellent safety profile; safe up to approximately 30% in most markets, but Australian AICS limits to 1% for cosmetic dermal use — verify concentration limits for target market.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tetrahexadecyl Ascorbate safe in cosmetics?
Non-comedogenic lipophilic vitamin C ester with excellent safety profile; safe up to approximately 30% in most markets, but Australian AICS limits to 1% for cosmetic dermal use — verify concentration limits for target market. The EU classifies Tetrahexadecyl Ascorbate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Tetrahexadecyl Ascorbate allowed in the EU?
Tetrahexadecyl Ascorbate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Tetrahexadecyl Ascorbate do in cosmetics?
Tetrahexadecyl Ascorbate functions as: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database.
What is the Margin of Safety for Tetrahexadecyl Ascorbate?
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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