Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
CIR reviewed glyceryl monoesters broadly and found them safe at current use concentrations. Thio-functional group warrants caution — monitor for hydrolysis to free thiol in formulation. Undiluted monoesters may cause minor irritation on abraded skin.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Glyceryl Thiopropionate safe in cosmetics?
CIR reviewed glyceryl monoesters broadly and found them safe at current use concentrations. Thio-functional group warrants caution — monitor for hydrolysis to free thiol in formulation. Undiluted monoesters may cause minor irritation on abraded skin. The EU classifies Glyceryl Thiopropionate as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Glyceryl Thiopropionate allowed in the EU?
Glyceryl Thiopropionate EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Glyceryl Thiopropionate do in cosmetics?
Glyceryl Thiopropionate functions as: Hair waving and straightening agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not widely assigned (listed in CosIng).
What is the Margin of Safety for Glyceryl Thiopropionate?
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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