Polyester-6

INCI: POLYESTER-6

CAS Number
Not publicly assigned in CosIng
Function
Film forming (by class analogy with Polyester-4/7)
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically restricted by FDA; general cosmetic use

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
high

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Expert Verdict

Insufficient standalone safety data for a robust CPSR; supplier-provided tox summaries or read-across justification required.

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Concern Level: High

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Polyester-6 safe in cosmetics?

Insufficient standalone safety data for a robust CPSR; supplier-provided tox summaries or read-across justification required. The EU classifies Polyester-6 as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Polyester-6 allowed in the EU?

Polyester-6 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Polyester-6 do in cosmetics?

Polyester-6 functions as: Film forming (by class analogy with Polyester-4/7). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly assigned in CosIng.

What is the Margin of Safety for Polyester-6?

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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