Is Cetyl Babassuate safe in cosmetics?
Cetyl Babassuate has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Cetyl Babassuate
INCI: CETYL BABASSUATE
Cetyl Babassuate (CAS Not specifically assigned (mixed ester of cetyl alcohol + babassu fatty acids)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Skin Conditioning, Emollient. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
Not specifically assigned (mixed ester of cetyl alcohol + babassu fatty acids)
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Function
Skin Conditioning, Emollient
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted; CIR covered under alkyl esters group — safe as used
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Cetyl Babassuate.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Cetyl Babassuate.
Regulatory Flags
potential-allergen
natural-origin
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cetyl Babassuate allowed in the EU?
Cetyl Babassuate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Cetyl Babassuate do in cosmetics?
Cetyl Babassuate functions as: Skin Conditioning, Emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned (mixed ester of cetyl alcohol + babassu fatty acids).
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