Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Positional isomer with oxidative instability concerns; limited standalone safety studies; humectant claim requires substantiation of glyceryl moiety hydration mechanism
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hexyl 3-Glyceryl Ascorbate safe in cosmetics?
Positional isomer with oxidative instability concerns; limited standalone safety studies; humectant claim requires substantiation of glyceryl moiety hydration mechanism The EU classifies Hexyl 3-Glyceryl Ascorbate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Hexyl 3-Glyceryl Ascorbate allowed in the EU?
Hexyl 3-Glyceryl Ascorbate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hexyl 3-Glyceryl Ascorbate do in cosmetics?
Hexyl 3-Glyceryl Ascorbate functions as: Antioxidant, humectant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not widely published (novel derivative).
What is the Margin of Safety for Hexyl 3-Glyceryl Ascorbate?
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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