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Surfactant

PALM KERNEL ACID

CAS 101403-98-9 Updated
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A blend of fatty acids from palm kernel oil used to make soaps and emulsifiers. Safe on skin in standard formulas; main caveats are dryness at high doses and palm sourcing.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Cleansing and emulsifying
  • Provides creamy lather when saponified
  • Skin conditioning

Known concerns

  • Drying at high concentrations
  • Sustainability concerns around palm sourcing
  • Possible mild irritation

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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