Cellulose Succinate

INCI: CELLULOSE SUCCINATE

CAS Number
Not specifically assigned (cellulose ester polymer)
Function
Film forming, viscosity controlling
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not restricted; cellulose acetate phthalate/succinate derivatives are known in pharmaceutical coatings

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Cellulose succinate is permitted with moderate safety profile; no known sensitization but succinic acid residual levels should be verified in final product.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cellulose Succinate safe in cosmetics?

Cellulose succinate is permitted with moderate safety profile; no known sensitization but succinic acid residual levels should be verified in final product. The EU classifies Cellulose Succinate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Cellulose Succinate allowed in the EU?

Cellulose Succinate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Cellulose Succinate do in cosmetics?

Cellulose Succinate functions as: Film forming, viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned (cellulose ester polymer).

What is the Margin of Safety for Cellulose Succinate?

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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