Hexanetriol Beeswax

INCI: HEXANETRIOL BEESWAX

CAS Number
Not assigned as a single entity (1,2,6-Hexanetriol: CAS 106-69-4; Beeswax/Cera Alba: CAS 8012-89-3)
Function
Emollient, skin conditioning agent; reaction product of hexanetriol and beeswax
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Beeswax is CIR-reviewed safe (1984, reaffirmed); no CFR restriction

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Generally safe; potential allergen risk for individuals sensitized to bee products; ensure beeswax source material is free from pesticide residues

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hexanetriol Beeswax safe in cosmetics?

Generally safe; potential allergen risk for individuals sensitized to bee products; ensure beeswax source material is free from pesticide residues The EU classifies Hexanetriol Beeswax as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Hexanetriol Beeswax allowed in the EU?

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

What does Hexanetriol Beeswax do in cosmetics?

Hexanetriol Beeswax functions as: Emollient, skin conditioning agent; reaction product of hexanetriol and beeswax. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned as a single entity (1,2,6-Hexanetriol: CAS 106-69-4; Beeswax/Cera Alba: CAS 8012-89-3).

What is the Margin of Safety for Hexanetriol Beeswax?

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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