Lanolin
✓ EU AllowedIdentification
CAS Number 8006-54-0
EINECS / EC 232-348-6
CosIng Ref 34857
Chemical Name octadecyl hexadecanoate
Formula C34H68O2
Mol. Weight 508.9 g/mol
Function & Classification
Primary Function Emollient
Secondary Functions SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT; SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING; HAIR CONDITIONING; SKIN CONDITIONING; SURFACTANT - CLEANSING
Category Oils & Butters
Manufacturer Lan Esters
EU Regulatory Status
Safety Profile
Comedogenic Rating: 2/5
Low-moderate risk — use caution if acne-prone
Skin Type Compatibility
Acne-Prone ~ Use Caution
Fungal Acne Safe ✓ Safe
Toxicology Profile
Sensitization sensitizing
Skin Irritation (Draize) non_irritant
Eye Irritation (Draize) severe_irritant
Formulation Guidelines
Solubility p)
Benefits Deep conditioning; wool-derived; barrier
Suppliers & Documents
Lan Esters 🌍 India
Documents