Is Ascorbyl Stearate safe in cosmetics?
Ascorbyl Stearate has a safety rating of "EXCELLENT" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Ascorbyl Stearate
INCI: ASCORBYL STEARATE
Ascorbyl Stearate (CAS 25395-66-8 (also 10605-09-1 for L-form)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Antioxidant. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Antioxidant
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
CIR-reviewed: Safe as used — assessed as part of the ascorbic acid/ascorbyl esters group
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Ascorbyl Stearate.
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Expert Verdict
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ascorbyl Stearate allowed in the EU?
Ascorbyl Stearate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ascorbyl Stearate do in cosmetics?
Ascorbyl Stearate functions as: Antioxidant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 25395-66-8 (also 10605-09-1 for L-form).
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