3-Hydroxybutyrate/3-Hydroxyhexanoate Copolymer

INCI: 3-HYDROXYBUTYRATE/3-HYDROXYHEXANOATE COPOLYMER

CAS Number
Polymer — no single CAS; typically referenced under PHA polymer class
Function
Film Forming, Viscosity Controlling, Skin Conditioning
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes No specific FDA restriction; polymers generally exempt from detailed premarket review

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
high

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Expert Verdict

Sustainable biodegradable polymer alternative with high sensitization profile but negligible absorption; no significant regulatory concerns.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 3-Hydroxybutyrate/3-Hydroxyhexanoate Copolymer safe in cosmetics?

Sustainable biodegradable polymer alternative with high sensitization profile but negligible absorption; no significant regulatory concerns. The EU classifies 3-Hydroxybutyrate/3-Hydroxyhexanoate Copolymer as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is 3-Hydroxybutyrate/3-Hydroxyhexanoate Copolymer allowed in the EU?

3-Hydroxybutyrate/3-Hydroxyhexanoate Copolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does 3-Hydroxybutyrate/3-Hydroxyhexanoate Copolymer do in cosmetics?

3-Hydroxybutyrate/3-Hydroxyhexanoate Copolymer functions as: Film Forming, Viscosity Controlling, Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Polymer — no single CAS; typically referenced under PHA polymer class.

What is the Margin of Safety for 3-Hydroxybutyrate/3-Hydroxyhexanoate Copolymer?

not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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