Hydroxystearic Acid/Adipic Acid/Glycerin Crosspolymer

INCI: HYDROXYSTEARIC ACID/ADIPIC ACID/GLYCERIN CROSSPOLYMER

CAS Number
Not assigned [^1_6]
Function
Emulsion Stabilising; Skin Conditioning – Emollient & Occlusive; Surfactant – Emulsifying
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — no specific FDA restrictions; no CIR monograph

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

No published CIR/SCCS opinion specific to this crosspolymer; residual monomer levels should be specified in supplier CoA.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hydroxystearic Acid/Adipic Acid/Glycerin Crosspolymer safe in cosmetics?

No published CIR/SCCS opinion specific to this crosspolymer; residual monomer levels should be specified in supplier CoA. The EU classifies Hydroxystearic Acid/Adipic Acid/Glycerin Crosspolymer as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Hydroxystearic Acid/Adipic Acid/Glycerin Crosspolymer allowed in the EU?

Hydroxystearic Acid/Adipic Acid/Glycerin Crosspolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Hydroxystearic Acid/Adipic Acid/Glycerin Crosspolymer do in cosmetics?

Hydroxystearic Acid/Adipic Acid/Glycerin Crosspolymer functions as: Emulsion Stabilising; Skin Conditioning – Emollient & Occlusive; Surfactant – Emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned [^1_6].

What is the Margin of Safety for Hydroxystearic Acid/Adipic Acid/Glycerin Crosspolymer?

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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