Glucose Pentaacetate

INCI: GLUCOSE PENTAACETATE

CAS Number
604-68-2 (α-D form) / 604-69-3 (β-D form)
Function
Emulsion Stabilising
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — FEMA 2524; not restricted under 21 CFR §700

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Hydrolysis may release acetic acid at extreme pH; stability in formulation should be verified; CIR has reviewed related alkyl glucosides as safe

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glucose Pentaacetate safe in cosmetics?

Hydrolysis may release acetic acid at extreme pH; stability in formulation should be verified; CIR has reviewed related alkyl glucosides as safe The EU classifies Glucose Pentaacetate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Glucose Pentaacetate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Glucose Pentaacetate do in cosmetics?

Glucose Pentaacetate functions as: Emulsion Stabilising. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 604-68-2 (α-D form) / 604-69-3 (β-D form).

What is the Margin of Safety for Glucose Pentaacetate?

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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