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Stearyl Alcohol

Octadecan-1-ol

Safety Notes

Fatty alcohol; safe and well-tolerated; used to thicken and stabilise emulsions; potential sensitizer in very rare cases

Function & Common Use

Function

Emulsifying / Emollient / Viscosity controlling

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

US FDA (21 CFR)

No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked

Korea (MFDS)

No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category

Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stearyl Alcohol safe to use in skincare?

Stearyl Alcohol has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Fatty alcohol; safe and well-tolerated; used to thicken and stabilise emulsions; potential sensitizer in very rare cases

Is Stearyl Alcohol allowed in India?

Stearyl Alcohol is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Stearyl Alcohol used for in cosmetics?

Stearyl Alcohol functions as: Emulsifying / Emollient / Viscosity controlling. It is commonly found in: Creams, lotions, hair conditioners.

TCS Assessment

Low Concern

Data Confidence

High

Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)

Permitted

US FDA

Permitted

Korea (MFDS)

Permitted

Australia (TGA)

Cosmetic ingredient; standard TGA cosmetic framework applies; no therapeutic goods listing required unless therapeutic claims are made

Canada (NHPID)

Not specifically listed as restricted cosmetic ingredient in NHPID source checked; standard Health Canada cosmetic notification applies

Identifiers

CAS112-92-5

EC204-017-6

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