Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Limited standalone toxicological data available; sensitization risk assessed via structural analogy to ethylhexylglycerin; CIR review of 10 alkyl glyceryl ethers provides indirect safety support but inclusion of heptylglycerin should be confirmed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Heptylglycerin safe in cosmetics?
Limited standalone toxicological data available; sensitization risk assessed via structural analogy to ethylhexylglycerin; CIR review of 10 alkyl glyceryl ethers provides indirect safety support but inclusion of heptylglycerin should be confirmed. The EU classifies Heptylglycerin as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Heptylglycerin allowed in the EU?
Heptylglycerin EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Heptylglycerin do in cosmetics?
Heptylglycerin functions as: Skin conditioning agent, preservative booster. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Verify — not confirmed in search results; structurally 3-(heptyloxy)-1,2-propanediol; analogous to ethylhexylglycerin (CAS 70445-33-9).
What is the Margin of Safety for Heptylglycerin?
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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