Is Sterol Esters safe in cosmetics?
Sterol Esters has a safety rating of "EXCELLENT" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Sterol Esters
INCI: STEROL ESTERS
Sterol Esters (CAS No single CAS — this is a general category name; specific products vary (e.g., Croda's Super Sterol Ester is a proprietary blend)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Skin conditioning, emollient, skin repairing. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
No single CAS — this is a general category name; specific products vary (e.g., Croda's Super Sterol Ester is a proprietary blend)
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Function
Skin conditioning, emollient, skin repairing
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted — no FDA restrictions
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Sterol Esters.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Sterol Esters.
Regulatory Flags
potential-allergen
natural-origin
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sterol Esters allowed in the EU?
Sterol Esters EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sterol Esters do in cosmetics?
Sterol Esters functions as: Skin conditioning, emollient, skin repairing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: No single CAS — this is a general category name; specific products vary (e.g., Croda's Super Sterol Ester is a proprietary blend).
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