Is Copal safe in cosmetics?
Copal has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Copal
INCI: COPAL
Copal (CAS 9000-14-0) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Film Forming, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Viscosity Controlling. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Film Forming, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Viscosity Controlling
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
FDA indirect food additive under 21 CFR 175.105 and 175.300 (coatings). Not GRAS as direct food additive. No specific cosmetic restrictions.
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Copal.
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Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Film former
Humectant
Softener and conditioner
Viscosity modifier
Regulatory List Membership (1)
FDA Indirect Food Contact Additives
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Copal.
Regulatory Flags
natural-origin
Chemical Function
Film former
Humectant
Softener and conditioner
Viscosity modifier
Regulatory Lists
Indirect additives food contact (10/2018)
consumer_product; Europe
active_ingredient; Europe; Pesticides
Australian Status
AICIS status: listed
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Copal allowed in the EU?
Copal EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Copal do in cosmetics?
Copal functions as: Film Forming, Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting, Viscosity Controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9000-14-0.
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