Cholesterol/HDI/Pullulan Copolymer

INCI: CHOLESTEROL/HDI/PULLULAN COPOLYMER

CAS Number
Not assigned (synthetic copolymer)
Function
Emulsion stabilizing, humectant, light stabilizer, surfactant (emulsifying), viscosity controlling
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes No specific FDA restriction; cholesterol base ingredient assessed as safe as used by CIR

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Residual free HDI monomer is a critical quality control parameter; isocyanates are potent sensitizers and respiratory hazards, requiring confirmation that residual monomer levels remain below 1 ppm; heavy metal and impurity screening needed for animal-derived cholesterol source.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cholesterol/HDI/Pullulan Copolymer safe in cosmetics?

Residual free HDI monomer is a critical quality control parameter; isocyanates are potent sensitizers and respiratory hazards, requiring confirmation that residual monomer levels remain below 1 ppm; heavy metal and impurity screening needed for animal-derived cholesterol source. The EU classifies Cholesterol/HDI/Pullulan Copolymer as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Cholesterol/HDI/Pullulan Copolymer allowed in the EU?

Cholesterol/HDI/Pullulan Copolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Cholesterol/HDI/Pullulan Copolymer do in cosmetics?

Cholesterol/HDI/Pullulan Copolymer functions as: Emulsion stabilizing, humectant, light stabilizer, surfactant (emulsifying), viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (synthetic copolymer).

What is the Margin of Safety for Cholesterol/HDI/Pullulan 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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