Palm kernel acid
Palm kernel acid
Palm Kernel Acid is a fatty acid of plant origin derived from palm kernel oil. It acts as a surfactant and emulsifier in cosmetic formulations, allowing incompatible ingredients to be mixed and stabilizing emulsions.
SurfactantEmulsifying
Ingredient
Roles & functions
Surfactant — Lowers the tension between two surfaces; cleanses and helps remove impurities.
Emulsifying — Allows phases that do not naturally mix, such as water and oil, to be blended together.
Regulatory framework
What the authorities say
| Authority | Status |
|---|---|
| Commission européenne (CosIng, Règl. 1223/2009) | Autorisé |
| CLP classification (Reg. 1272/2008) | No CMR classification |
| ECHA — endocrine disruptor (human health) | Not identified as an endocrine disruptor |
| ECHA — Candidate List (SVHC, REACH Art. 59) | Not on the Candidate List (SVHC) |
| European Commission (Reg. 1223/2009, Annex III) | No cosmetic allergen subject to mandatory labelling |
| European Commission (EU catalogue of nanomaterials, Reg. 1223/2009) | No referenced nanoform |
Products
Products containing it
FloïdSavon Solide Homme "Citrus Spectre", 120G
Mkl Green NatureSavon Surgras Miel, 100g
Mkl Green NatureSavon Surgras Mûre, 100g
BiodermaAtoderm Pain Surgras, 150G
Mkl Green NatureLait D'Ânesse Bio Savon Végétal Surgras Neutre, 100G
Mkl Green NatureLait De Chèvre Bio Savon Surgras Sans Parfum, 100G
Mkl Green NatureSavon De Marseille Surgras Agrume, 100G
Mkl Green NatureSavon De Marseille Surgras Algues De Bretagne, 100G
Mkl Green NatureSavon De Marseille Surgras Aloe Vera, 100G
Mkl Green NatureSavon De Marseille Surgras Huile D'Argan, 100G
Mkl Green NatureSavon De Marseille Surgras Huile De Monoï, 100G
Mkl Green NatureSavon De Marseille Surgras Lavande, 100G
Statistics
In Lou’s database
24
products listed
| Most frequent categories | Shower gels & soaps · Body & bath · Intimate wash |
| Most frequent brands | Mkl Green Nature · Bell Ânesse en Provence · Bioderma · Floïd · Freesens |
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