Moderate Cosmetic Ingredient NOAEL Data

Hydrogenated Polycyclopentadiene

INCI: HYDROGENATED POLYCYCLOPENTADIENE

CAS Number
68132-00-3
Function
Film former, binding agent
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” no CFR restriction; not individually CIR-reviewed

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Safety Data

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

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Toxicological Studies

3 study endpoints found for Hydrogenated Polycyclopentadiene. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.

Endpoint Value Route Species Study Type Source
LOAEL 1 % oral dog Subchronic COSMOS_DB
NOAEL 0.75 % oral rat Subchronic COSMOS_DB
LOAEL 2 % oral rat Subchronic COSMOS_DB

Expert Verdict

Residual cyclopentadiene monomer is irritating to eyes and mucous membranes and a reported contact sensitizer; supplier specification for residual monomer content is required. Typically used at 65โ€“75% in cosmetic blends.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hydrogenated Polycyclopentadiene safe in cosmetics?

Residual cyclopentadiene monomer is irritating to eyes and mucous membranes and a reported contact sensitizer; supplier specification for residual monomer content is required. Typically used at 65โ€“75% in cosmetic blends. The EU classifies Hydrogenated Polycyclopentadiene as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE. 3 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.

Is Hydrogenated Polycyclopentadiene allowed in the EU?

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

What does Hydrogenated Polycyclopentadiene do in cosmetics?

Hydrogenated Polycyclopentadiene functions as: Film former, binding agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68132-00-3.

What is the Margin of Safety for Hydrogenated Polycyclopentadiene?

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.

What is the NOAEL for Hydrogenated Polycyclopentadiene?

The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Hydrogenated Polycyclopentadiene is 1 % based on a Subchronic study via oral route in dog. A total of 3 study endpoints are available. Source: COSMOS_DB.

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