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Ingredient Directory
High Concern

Palm Oil

Safety Flags
Safety Notes

Shoppers should be aware of the significant environmental and social controversies associated with palm oil production, including deforestation and human rights issues, and that it can be listed under numerous derivative names on ingredient lists. [2, 4, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 20, 22]

Function & Common Use

Function

Emollient

Category

Emollient

Common In

-

Origin

-

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Palm Oil safe to use in skincare?

Palm Oil has a High concern rating. Shoppers should be aware of the significant environmental and social controversies associated with palm oil production, including deforestation and human rights issues, and that it can be listed under numerous derivative names on ingredient lists. [2, 4, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 20, 22]

Is Palm Oil allowed in India?

Palm Oil is currently classified as "not specified" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Palm Oil used for in cosmetics?

Palm Oil functions as: Emollient. It is commonly found in: various cosmetic formulations.

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

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Not specified
EU
Not specified
US FDA
Not specified
Korea (MFDS)
Not specified

Identifiers

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