Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Safe emollient ester derived from glycerin and heptanoic acid. Provides smooth skin feel with good spreadability. No regulatory restrictions in EU or US. Suitable for leave-on and rinse-off formulations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Glyceryl Diheptanoate safe in cosmetics?
Safe emollient ester derived from glycerin and heptanoic acid. Provides smooth skin feel with good spreadability. No regulatory restrictions in EU or US. Suitable for leave-on and rinse-off formulations. The EU classifies Glyceryl Diheptanoate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Glyceryl Diheptanoate allowed in the EU?
Glyceryl Diheptanoate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Glyceryl Diheptanoate do in cosmetics?
Glyceryl Diheptanoate functions as: Emollient, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68917-01-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Glyceryl Diheptanoate?
adequate 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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