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Emulsifier

MORPHOLINE OLEATE

CAS 1095-66-5 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

A fatty acid soap of morpholine used as an emulsifier. Morpholine is a secondary amine that can form a probable carcinogen with nitrosating agents, so cosmetic use is restricted.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Acts as emulsifier and corrosion inhibitor
  • Soluble fatty soap

Known concerns

  • Morpholine is a secondary amine
  • Can form nitrosomorpholine, an IARC 2B carcinogen
  • Irritant to skin and eyes in concentrates

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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