Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Biodegradable polymer with positive environmental profile. Verify residual 1,4-butanediol content as it is a mild irritant at high concentrations. Limited cosmetic use history means fewer precedent safety files for CPSR assessors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Polybutylene Succinate safe in cosmetics?
Biodegradable polymer with positive environmental profile. Verify residual 1,4-butanediol content as it is a mild irritant at high concentrations. Limited cosmetic use history means fewer precedent safety files for CPSR assessors. The EU classifies Polybutylene Succinate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Polybutylene Succinate allowed in the EU?
Polybutylene Succinate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Polybutylene Succinate do in cosmetics?
Polybutylene Succinate functions as: Film forming, viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 25777-14-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Polybutylene Succinate?
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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