Dipentaerythrityl Hexamercaptopropionate
INCI: DIPENTAERYTHRITYL HEXAMERCAPTOPROPIONATE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Industrial chemical with H302 (harmful if swallowed), H315 (skin irritation), H317 (skin sensitization), H319 (serious eye irritation), and H400/H410 (aquatic toxicity). Six free thiol groups confer potent sensitizer and reactive properties. Not recommended for cosmetic use without comprehensive toxicological justification.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dipentaerythrityl Hexamercaptopropionate safe in cosmetics?
Industrial chemical with H302 (harmful if swallowed), H315 (skin irritation), H317 (skin sensitization), H319 (serious eye irritation), and H400/H410 (aquatic toxicity). Six free thiol groups confer potent sensitizer and reactive properties. Not recommended for cosmetic use without comprehensive toxicological justification. The EU classifies Dipentaerythrityl Hexamercaptopropionate as "permitted". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Dipentaerythrityl Hexamercaptopropionate allowed in the EU?
Dipentaerythrityl Hexamercaptopropionate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Dipentaerythrityl Hexamercaptopropionate do in cosmetics?
Dipentaerythrityl Hexamercaptopropionate functions as: Industrial crosslinker / thiol-ene curing agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 25359-71-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Dipentaerythrityl Hexamercaptopropionate?
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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