Pentaerythrityl Behenate/Polyhydroxystearate
INCI: PENTAERYTHRITYL BEHENATE/POLYHYDROXYSTEARATE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Pentaerythrityl behenate/polyhydroxystearate is a safe emollient with negligible absorption and no significant safety concerns.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pentaerythrityl Behenate/Polyhydroxystearate safe in cosmetics?
Pentaerythrityl behenate/polyhydroxystearate is a safe emollient with negligible absorption and no significant safety concerns. The EU classifies Pentaerythrityl Behenate/Polyhydroxystearate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Pentaerythrityl Behenate/Polyhydroxystearate allowed in the EU?
Pentaerythrityl Behenate/Polyhydroxystearate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Pentaerythrityl Behenate/Polyhydroxystearate do in cosmetics?
Pentaerythrityl Behenate/Polyhydroxystearate functions as: Skin conditioning agent, emollient, viscosity increasing agent, stabilizer. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (mixed ester complex).
What is the Margin of Safety for Pentaerythrityl Behenate/Polyhydroxystearate?
adequate 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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