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Emollient

ETHYL MORRHUATE

CAS 73049-58-8 Updated
65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

Ethyl morrhuate — ethyl esters of cod liver oil fatty acids used as a lightweight skin-conditioning emollient. Generally well-tolerated, but fish-derived (allergy/dietary considerations) and prone to oxidation without antioxidants.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Skin benefits

  • Lightweight smooth emollient
  • Marine fatty acid profile
  • Skin-conditioning

Known concerns

  • Fish-derivation allergen consideration
  • Oxidation if poorly stabilized
  • Distinct from medical sodium morrhuate

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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