Chemical Substance - all-trans-Retinyl palmitate

NHPID name:
all-trans-Retinyl palmitate

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Image of molecular structure representing all-trans-Retinyl palmitate


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Detail:
The presence of this ingredient as restricted on the List of Prohibited and Restricted Cosmetic Ingredients (the Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist) indicates that there are potential safety issues. This ingredient must be used in accordance with the restrictions set out on the Hotlist when included in topical natural health products, unless additional evidence for safety is submitted.


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Non-medicinal

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For topical use only, up to 0.2% total retinol equivalents in leave-on products intended for full body application and up to 1% total retinol equivalents in other products.

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