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Ceramide EOP

Acylceramide (esterified omega-hydroxy ceramide with linoleic acid)

Safety Notes

Esterified ceramide critical for barrier assembly; contains linoleic acid ester; significantly depleted in atopic dermatitis; particularly important in barrier restoration formulations

Function & Common Use

Function

Skin Conditioning / Barrier Repair

Category

Emollient

Common In

Moisturisers barrier creams eczema products

Origin

Synthetic

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

Format restriction: Leave-on

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ceramide EOP safe to use in skincare?

Ceramide EOP has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Esterified ceramide critical for barrier assembly; contains linoleic acid ester; significantly depleted in atopic dermatitis; particularly important in barrier restoration formulations

Is Ceramide EOP allowed in India?

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

What is Ceramide EOP used for in cosmetics?

Ceramide EOP functions as: Skin Conditioning / Barrier Repair. It is commonly found in: Moisturisers barrier creams eczema products.

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
EU
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

CAS91630-54-5
ECN/A

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