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Emollient

HYDROGENATED PALM ACID

CAS 84238-17-5 Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

Saturated fatty acids from hydrogenated palm oil used as emollients and base for soaps. Inherently low-toxicity; sourcing-ethics concerns are the main caveat.

Function

OPACIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Fatty-acid emollient and texturiser
  • Builds soap-like cleansers
  • Stable saturated lipid

Known concerns

  • Sustainability concerns around palm sourcing
  • Mild irritation possible in saponified form

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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