Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Synthetic hydrocarbon resin with residual cyclopentadiene monomer as a respiratory and skin irritant; batch specifications for residual monomer content are critical due to limited cosmetic use history.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Polycyclopentadiene safe in cosmetics?
Synthetic hydrocarbon resin with residual cyclopentadiene monomer as a respiratory and skin irritant; batch specifications for residual monomer content are critical due to limited cosmetic use history. The EU classifies Polycyclopentadiene as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Polycyclopentadiene allowed in the EU?
Polycyclopentadiene EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Polycyclopentadiene do in cosmetics?
Polycyclopentadiene functions as: Viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68131-87-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Polycyclopentadiene?
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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