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Polyglyceryl-10 Behenate/Eicosadioate

INCI: POLYGLYCERYL-10 BEHENATE/EICOSADIOATE

CAS Number
Not specifically assigned (complex mixed ester)
Function
Skin conditioning, surfactant, emulsifying
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Covered under CIR polyglyceryl fatty acid esters — safe as used when non-irritating

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Polyglyceryl-10 mixed ester with behenate and eicosadioate; established safety profile under CIR review with no specific safety flags identified.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Polyglyceryl-10 Behenate/Eicosadioate safe in cosmetics?

Polyglyceryl-10 mixed ester with behenate and eicosadioate; established safety profile under CIR review with no specific safety flags identified. The EU classifies Polyglyceryl-10 Behenate/Eicosadioate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Polyglyceryl-10 Behenate/Eicosadioate allowed in the EU?

Polyglyceryl-10 Behenate/Eicosadioate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Polyglyceryl-10 Behenate/Eicosadioate do in cosmetics?

Polyglyceryl-10 Behenate/Eicosadioate functions as: Skin conditioning, surfactant, emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned (complex mixed ester).

What is the Margin of Safety for Polyglyceryl-10 Behenate/Eicosadioate?

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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