Is Lauryl Palmitate safe in cosmetics?
Lauryl Palmitate has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Lauryl Palmitate
INCI: LAURYL PALMITATE
Lauryl Palmitate (CAS 42232-29-1 (also referenced as 90730-78-2 for high-purity grade)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Antistatic agent; skin conditioning agent (emollient). EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
42232-29-1 (also referenced as 90730-78-2 for high-purity grade)
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Function
Antistatic agent; skin conditioning agent (emollient)
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Allowed - not listed as prohibited or restricted; CIR reviewed in 2015 (International Journal of Toxicology 34(Suppl.2):5-69) and found safe as used
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Lauryl Palmitate.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Lauryl Palmitate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lauryl Palmitate allowed in the EU?
Lauryl Palmitate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Lauryl Palmitate do in cosmetics?
Lauryl Palmitate functions as: Antistatic agent; skin conditioning agent (emollient). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 42232-29-1 (also referenced as 90730-78-2 for high-purity grade).
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