Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Safe high-MW tetraester; esters fall outside EU Annex II Entry 1024 prohibition which applies to 2-ethylhexanoic acid and its salts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate safe in cosmetics?
Safe high-MW tetraester; esters fall outside EU Annex II Entry 1024 prohibition which applies to 2-ethylhexanoic acid and its salts. The EU classifies Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate allowed in the EU?
Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate do in cosmetics?
Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate functions as: Skin conditioning (emollient), viscosity controlling, occlusive. It is classified as a Emollient in our database. CAS number: 7299-99-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate?
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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