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Emollient

PALM KERNEL ALCOHOL

CAS 92201-17-7 Updated
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A fatty alcohol blend from palm kernel oil — these are the soft, waxy alcohols (cetyl, lauryl) that thicken creams and soften skin. Not the irritating drying alcohols. Sustainability of the palm source is the main concern.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Emollient softening
  • Co-emulsifier for stable creams
  • Thickens and stabilizes formulas

Known concerns

  • Palm sourcing sustainability concerns
  • No significant skin safety concerns

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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