Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
CITES enforcement; endangered species concerns; largely obsolete ingredient replaced by plant-derived alternatives; potential for persistent organic pollutant contamination; animal welfare/ethical sourcing issues
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Turtle Oil safe in cosmetics?
CITES enforcement; endangered species concerns; largely obsolete ingredient replaced by plant-derived alternatives; potential for persistent organic pollutant contamination; animal welfare/ethical sourcing issues The EU classifies Turtle Oil as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Turtle Oil allowed in the EU?
Turtle Oil EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Turtle Oil do in cosmetics?
Turtle Oil functions as: Emollient, skin conditioning, occlusive. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68918-77-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Turtle 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.
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