Methyl Glucose Sesquicaprylate/Sesquicaprate
INCI: METHYL GLUCOSE SESQUICAPRYLATE/SESQUICAPRATE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Low irritation profile consistent with the methyl glucose ester family. No specific CIR monograph dedicated to this variant alone, but the glucose-ester class is generally well-tolerated.. Nonionic glucose-derived emulsifier; the caprylate/caprate (C8/C10) fatty acid chain makes it lighter and more fluid than stearate-based glucose esters, suitable for lighter emulsion systems .
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methyl Glucose Sesquicaprylate/Sesquicaprate safe in cosmetics?
Low irritation profile consistent with the methyl glucose ester family. No specific CIR monograph dedicated to this variant alone, but the glucose-ester class is generally well-tolerated.. Nonionic glucose-derived emulsifier; the caprylate/caprate (C8/C10) fatty acid chain makes it lighter and more fluid than stearate-based glucose esters, suitable for lighter emulsion systems . The EU classifies Methyl Glucose Sesquicaprylate/Sesquicaprate as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Methyl Glucose Sesquicaprylate/Sesquicaprate allowed in the EU?
Methyl Glucose Sesquicaprylate/Sesquicaprate EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methyl Glucose Sesquicaprylate/Sesquicaprate do in cosmetics?
Methyl Glucose Sesquicaprylate/Sesquicaprate functions as: Skin conditioning, emollient, emulsifying surfactant.. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not listed in CosIng with a CAS; cross-check EWG or supplier TDS for confirmation..
What is the Margin of Safety for Methyl Glucose Sesquicaprylate/Sesquicaprate?
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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