Ingredient Directory
Synthetic (from kojic acid)

Kojic Acid Dipalmitate

Kojic acid 5

Safety Flags
Safety Notes

Brightening serums oil-based products

Function & Common Use

Function

7-dipalmitate (lipophilic ester)

Category

ACT

Common In

None

Origin

Active Ingredient

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No specific EU limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No

US FDA (21 CFR)

No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked; EU limit reference: No

Korea (MFDS)

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

Format restriction: No formal limit

Baby restriction: Both

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kojic Acid Dipalmitate safe to use in skincare?

Kojic Acid Dipalmitate has a High concern rating. Brightening serums oil-based products

Is Kojic Acid Dipalmitate allowed in India?

Kojic Acid Dipalmitate is currently classified as "not specified" under Indian cosmetics regulations. The maximum permitted concentration is No specific EU limit.

What is Kojic Acid Dipalmitate used for in cosmetics?

Kojic Acid Dipalmitate functions as: 7-dipalmitate (lipophilic ester). It is commonly found in: None.

Is Kojic Acid Dipalmitate safe for babies?

Kojic Acid Dipalmitate has baby/child restrictions: Both. Avoid using products containing this ingredient on infants unless specifically formulated and labelled for baby use.

TCS Assessment
Synthetic (from kojic acid)
Data Confidence
Medium
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
-
EU
Low
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

EU Annex: Permitted

Identifiers

CAS79725-98-7
ECN/A

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