Good Emulsifier

Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate

INCI: METHYL GLUCOSE SESQUISTEARATE

CAS Number
68936-95-8
Function
Emollient, O/W emulsifier (sugar-based, non-ionic)
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes CIR safe as used (2013/2016). 186 VCRP formulations. Up to 5.19% in leave-on.

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Sugar-based emulsifier with good safety profile. Oral LD50 >5 g/kg, non-irritating, non-sensitizing.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate safe in cosmetics?

Sugar-based emulsifier with good safety profile. Oral LD50 >5 g/kg, non-irritating, non-sensitizing. The EU classifies Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate allowed in the EU?

Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate do in cosmetics?

Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate functions as: Emollient, O/W emulsifier (sugar-based, non-ionic). It is classified as a Emulsifier in our database. CAS number: 68936-95-8.

What is the Margin of Safety for Methyl Glucose Sesquistearate?

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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