Dipentaerythrityl Hexacaprylate/Hexacaprate
INCI: DIPENTAERYTHRITYL HEXACAPRYLATE/HEXACAPRATE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Permitted in the EU and US with no specific restrictions; safety assessment relies on read-across from the CIR pentaerythrityl tetraester group assessment. Large molecular weight and high lipophilicity support a low dermal penetration profile.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dipentaerythrityl Hexacaprylate/Hexacaprate safe in cosmetics?
Permitted in the EU and US with no specific restrictions; safety assessment relies on read-across from the CIR pentaerythrityl tetraester group assessment. Large molecular weight and high lipophilicity support a low dermal penetration profile. The EU classifies Dipentaerythrityl Hexacaprylate/Hexacaprate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Dipentaerythrityl Hexacaprylate/Hexacaprate allowed in the EU?
Dipentaerythrityl Hexacaprylate/Hexacaprate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Dipentaerythrityl Hexacaprylate/Hexacaprate do in cosmetics?
Dipentaerythrityl Hexacaprylate/Hexacaprate functions as: Skin Conditioning, Smoothing, Emulsifying, Viscosity Controlling, Emollient, Film Forming. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68130-24-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Dipentaerythrityl Hexacaprylate/Hexacaprate?
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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