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Glyceryl Ethylhexanoate/Stearate/Adipate

INCI: GLYCERYL ETHYLHEXANOATE/STEARATE/ADIPATE

CAS Number
Not established (mixed polyester)
Function
Emollient, skin conditioning, texture modifier
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — no specific FDA restriction; component acids are all CIR-reviewed and safe

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Limited standalone toxicological data; safety supported by read-across from glyceryl stearate, alkyl ethylhexanoates, and adipic acid esters — all CIR-reviewed as safe

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glyceryl Ethylhexanoate/Stearate/Adipate safe in cosmetics?

Limited standalone toxicological data; safety supported by read-across from glyceryl stearate, alkyl ethylhexanoates, and adipic acid esters — all CIR-reviewed as safe The EU classifies Glyceryl Ethylhexanoate/Stearate/Adipate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Glyceryl Ethylhexanoate/Stearate/Adipate allowed in the EU?

Glyceryl Ethylhexanoate/Stearate/Adipate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Glyceryl Ethylhexanoate/Stearate/Adipate do in cosmetics?

Glyceryl Ethylhexanoate/Stearate/Adipate functions as: Emollient, skin conditioning, texture modifier. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not established (mixed polyester).

What is the Margin of Safety for Glyceryl Ethylhexanoate/Stearate/Adipate?

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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