Hydroxybutyric Acid/Hydroxypentanoic Acid Copolymer
INCI: HYDROXYBUTYRIC ACID/HYDROXYPENTANOIC ACID COPOLYMER
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Limited independent toxicological data; safety supported by polymer exclusion criteria (MW >1000 Da, biodegradable, monomers are physiological metabolites); supplier safety data should be obtained for CPSR
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hydroxybutyric Acid/Hydroxypentanoic Acid Copolymer safe in cosmetics?
Limited independent toxicological data; safety supported by polymer exclusion criteria (MW >1000 Da, biodegradable, monomers are physiological metabolites); supplier safety data should be obtained for CPSR The EU classifies Hydroxybutyric Acid/Hydroxypentanoic Acid Copolymer as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Hydroxybutyric Acid/Hydroxypentanoic Acid Copolymer allowed in the EU?
Hydroxybutyric Acid/Hydroxypentanoic Acid Copolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hydroxybutyric Acid/Hydroxypentanoic Acid Copolymer do in cosmetics?
Hydroxybutyric Acid/Hydroxypentanoic Acid Copolymer functions as: Film forming agent, skin conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (polymer).
What is the Margin of Safety for Hydroxybutyric Acid/Hydroxypentanoic Acid Copolymer?
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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