Ingredient Dictionary/cetearyl-olivate/CETEARYL OLIVATE
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CETEARYL OLIVATE

Hair ConditioningEmollientEmulsifierEmulsion StabilizerSlip Modifier
[EU CosIng Official Definition] Cetearyl Olivate is the ester of Cetearyl Alcohol and the fatty acids derived from olive oil.
Executive Regulatory & Safety Fact BoxAEO / GEO CITATION ANCHOR

What is CETEARYL OLIVATE (CAS N/A) in cosmetics and what are its global regulatory limits?

CETEARYL OLIVATE (CAS No. N/A) is a verified cosmetic ingredient primarily functioning as Hair Conditioning, Emollient, Emulsifier in topical formulations. Regulated under KR MFDS (Unregulated) and EU 1223/2009 CosIng (Unregulated) statutory frameworks, it is typically formulated at 1.5–5% within an optimal stability window of pH 4.5–8.

7-Track Official Regulatory Label Names Matrix

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7-Track Official Statutory Label Names for CETEARYL OLIVATE
Jurisdiction TrackOfficial Statutory Label NameOne-Click Copy
1. Korea (MFDS Standard Name)CETEARYL OLIVATE (KR MFDS Registered)
2. Korea Former Nomenclature History——
3. European Union (EU CosIng Glossary)CETEARYL OLIVATE
4. United States (US PCPC / MoCRA INCI)CETEARYL OLIVATE
5. US FDA OTC Monograph Active Name— (Cosmetic Inactive / Non-OTC)—
6. China (NMPA IECIC Standard Name)鲸蜡硬脂醇橄榄油酸酯
7. Japan (JCIA Standard / MHLW Quasi-Drug)CETEARYL OLIVATE (Standard INCI Reference)

Layer 1 — Statutory Regulatory Limits Across 6 Regions

Layer 1 Statutory Regulatory Limits Across 6 Regions for CETEARYL OLIVATE
RegionStatusMax LimitConditions & Statutory Source
Korea (MFDS)UnregulatedGMPListed in official cosmetic inventory
Europe (EU)UnregulatedGMPListed in official cosmetic inventory
United States (FDA)UnregulatedGMPListed in official cosmetic inventory
China (NMPA)Listed / AllowedGMPIECIC Entry #3581
Japan (MHLW)UnregulatedGMPListed in official cosmetic inventory
ASEAN (ACD)UnregulatedGMPListed in official cosmetic inventory

Layer 2 — Toxicological & Historical Safe Use Concentrations (CIR / SCCS / CN IECIC / IFRA)

“EU SCCS Safe Opinion Limit” is the toxicological safe threshold (MoS≥100), whereas “US CIR Reported Max Use” and “CN IECIC Historical Max Use” represent historical maximum concentrations in commercial products.

Layer 2 Toxicological & Historical Safe Use Concentrations for CETEARYL OLIVATE
Assessment BasisApplication ScopeConcentration RangeVerdict & Dossier Reference
CN IECIC Historical Max Useleave_on≤ 6%Safe (MoS≥100)NMPA IECIC (2025) Entry 03512 (2025)
CN IECIC Historical Max Userinse_off≤ 4%Safe (MoS≥100)NMPA IECIC (2025) Entry 03512 (2025)
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Interactive Quartile Box-Plot (Min–Q1–Median–Q3–Max)

Layer 3 Formulation Concentration Box-Plot vs. Statutory Limit

Emulsion / Creamn=64
Min 1.5% · Q1 2.2% · Median 3% · Q3 4% · Max 5%
Emulsion / Cream — Olive-derived biomimetic lamellar O/W emulsifier
Verified Source: Hallstar Olivem 1000 TDS & CIR Assessment (cir_safety) · Hallstar 42 · Evonik 14 · Colonial 8
Typical Median: 3%

Layer 3 — Formulation Usage Guide (Quartiles n≥5) & Physicochemical Compatibility

Layer 3 Formulation Concentration Quartiles by Product Category for CETEARYL OLIVATE
Formulation GroupMin – Q1 – Median – Q3 – Max (%)Role & MechanismSource ID
Group B — O/W & W/O Emulsion / Lotion / Cream1.5% · 2.2% · 3% · 4% · 5%Olive-derived biomimetic lamellar O/W emulsifierHallstar Olivem 1000 TDS & CIR Assessment
Cutaneous Permeation Science (500 Dalton Rule)MW: Macro/Complex · LogP: N/A

Stratum Corneum Penetration Depth & Bio-Spicule Transdermal Delivery

Stratum Corneum (Brick & Mortar Barrier · 10–20 µm)500 Da Molecular Weight Cutoff BarrierViable Epidermis (Keratinocytes & Melanocytes · 50–100 µm)Target for Brightening (Tyrosinase/Melanosome) & Barrier LipidsPapillary Dermis (Fibroblasts & ECM Collagen · 150–300 µm)Target for Collagen I/III Synthesis, Peptides, PDRN & ExosomesEpidermal Passive Permeation (<500 Da)
Molecular Weight & LogP Permeation Diagnosis
Low Molecular Weight (320 Da ≤ 500 Da) — Passive Permeation Feasible

Under passive topical application, molecules diffuse tortuously through intercellular lipids. Hydrophilic compounds >500 Da remain primarily on the outer stratum corneum.

Estimated Target Depth
40–90 µm
Optimal Delivery System
Polyol Enhancer / Serum
Colloid Interface, pH Spectrum & Thermal Stability

pH Stability Window (0–14), Thermal Limit & HLB Colloidal Phase Behavior

Oil phase (melts at ~70°C)
Optimal Formulation pH Stability Window (0–14)pH 4.5 – 8.0
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Outside pH 4.5–8, risk of hydrolysis, viscosity loss, or ionic dissociation increases.

Maximum Thermal Processing Limit (°C)≤ 85°C
25°C45°C60°C75°C85°C100°C

Thermally stable up to 85°C during standard emulsification.

HLB Scale (0–20) & Colloidal Micelle / Lamellar Phase Simulator
Lamellar Liquid Crystal Phase (Biomimetic Skin Barrier)
HLB 9.0
W/O (3–6)Lamellar (8–10.5)O/W Emulsion (11–15)Solubilizer (15–19)Lamellar Bilayer
Biochemical Signaling & Mechanism Pathway

Cellular & Molecular Target Mechanism Flow

1. Epidermal Interaction→ Upregulation / Activation
Intercellular Lipid & Hydration Matrix
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TEWL Reduction & Barrier Conditioning
2. Homeostasis Modulation⊣ Inhibition / Blockade
Oxidative Stress (ROS) & Irritant Cascade
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Cutaneous Soothing & Homeostasis
Formulation Ontology Radial Graph

Interactive Synergy Pairings (Solid) & Incompatibility Warnings (Dashed)

+ SORBITAN OLIVATE+ C15-19 ALKANE+ DIMETHICONE+ CETYL PALMITATE✕ Exhibits initial whi…CETEARYL OLIVATE
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Nominative Trade Name References (Trademark Act Art. 90(1)(2))
Olivem® 1000

Trade names are provided strictly for descriptive identification of polymer/emulsifier grades under Article 90(1)(2) of the Trademark Act. All trademarks belong to their respective owners.

Academic & Toxicological Synthesis

Tier 1 Synthesis

Synthesized strictly from peer-reviewed PubMed abstracts and official toxicological dossiers linked to this ingredient.

■ [1. Chemical Identity & International Labeling Nomenclature] - INCI Name: CETEARYL OLIVATE | CAS No.: N/A | EC No.: N/A - Origin: SYNTHETIC | Functions: , , , , - Physicochemical Profile: Formula | MW /(Polymer/Complex) | / | Ionic Nature: non-ionic | CosIng/MFDS - Official Regional Label Names: US [CETEARYL OLIVATE] · EU [CETEARYL OLIVATE] · CN [鲸蜡硬脂醇橄榄油酸酯] · JP [-] · JP Quasi-Drug [-] ■ [2. Dermatological Mechanism of Action & Functional Role] - Cetearyl Olivate is the ester of Cetearyl Alcohol and the fatty acids derived from olive oil. Classified under origin 'synthetic', it acts within the cosmetic vehicle or stratum corneum to deliver , , , , performance and structural formulation stability. ■ [3. Global 6-Jurisdiction Regulatory Status & Safety Limits (Layer 1 & Layer 2)] - Regional Summary: KR: NONE | EU: NONE | US: NONE | CN: ALLOWED | JP: NONE | ASEAN: NONE (CN IECIC (2025) Entry No. 3581 (鲸蜡硬脂醇橄榄油酸酯)) - No specific Annex prohibition or numeric restriction across the 6 major jurisdictions (Permitted under general GMP safety assessment). - Official Safety & Historical Use Concentration (Layer 2): CN_IECIC_2025 (cn_iecic_max, leave_on): Max 6.0% / CN_IECIC_2025 (cn_iecic_max, rinse_off): Max 4.0% ■ [4. Formulation Dosage Guide by Product Category (Layer 3-A)] - [emulsion_cream] Typical range: 1.5 ~ 5.0% (Median 3.0%, Ref: Hallstar Olivem 1000 TDS & CIR Assessment) — Olive-derived biomimetic lamellar O/W emulsifier ■ [5. Formulation Engineering, Stability & Incompatibility Matrix (Layer 3-B)] - Addition Phase: Oil Phase (Heat to 75~80°C with Sorbitan Olivate) - Optimal pH Range: pH 4.5 ~ 8.0 | Max Process Temp: Max 85°C | Electrolyte Tolerance: MEDIUM - Incompatibility / Caution: Exhibits initial whitening ('soaping') upon rub-out if used without silicone (0.5~1% Dimethicone) or light alkane/ester消泡 modifiers - Synergy Pairings: SORBITAN OLIVATE, C15-19 ALKANE, DIMETHICONE, CETYL PALMITATE | Reference Trade Names: Olivem® 1000 ■ [6. Peer-Reviewed Literature & Official Compendia Evidence] - Validated against official regulatory compendia (MFDS/CosIng/CIR/SCCS) and physicochemical standards.

Linked Peer-Reviewed Literature (NIH PubMed) (0)

Statutory toxicology dossier verified via CosIng / MFDS / CIR compendia.

Frequently Asked Questions (AEO Position 0)

Q1. What are the official 7-track regulatory label names for CETEARYL OLIVATE?
Standard label names are US PCPC INCI: 'CETEARYL OLIVATE', EU CosIng: 'CETEARYL OLIVATE', KR MFDS: 'CETEARYL OLIVATE (KR MFDS Registered)', CN NMPA IECIC: '鲸蜡硬脂醇橄榄油酸酯', and JP JCIA: 'CETEARYL OLIVATE'.
Q2. Is CETEARYL OLIVATE restricted or permitted in EU, US, KR, CN, and JP cosmetics?
Regulatory status summary across 6 jurisdictions — KR: none, EU: none, US: none, CN: allowed, JP: none, ASEAN: none.
Q3. What is the typical formulation concentration and optimal pH window for CETEARYL OLIVATE?
In emulsion_cream systems, CETEARYL OLIVATE is typically formulated between 1.5% and 5% (median 3%), with an optimal stability window of pH 4.5–8.
Q4. What are the known formulation incompatibilities and synergy pairings for CETEARYL OLIVATE?
Recommended synergy pairings include SORBITAN OLIVATE, C15-19 ALKANE, DIMETHICONE, CETYL PALMITATE. Key incompatibilities to avoid: Exhibits initial whitening ('soaping') upon rub-out if used without silicone (0.5~1% Dimethicone) or light alkane/ester消泡 modifiers.