Polyglyceryl-10 Caprylate/Caprate

INCI: POLYGLYCERYL-10 CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE

CAS Number
Not specifically assigned (mixed ester of C8/C10)
Function
Light stabilizer, solvent, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes CIR-reviewed (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

Mixed C8/C10 ester offers balanced HLB for oil-in-water emulsion systems with no identified safety concerns.

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Concern Level: None

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Polyglyceryl-10 Caprylate/Caprate safe in cosmetics?

Mixed C8/C10 ester offers balanced HLB for oil-in-water emulsion systems with no identified safety concerns. The EU classifies Polyglyceryl-10 Caprylate/Caprate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Polyglyceryl-10 Caprylate/Caprate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Polyglyceryl-10 Caprylate/Caprate do in cosmetics?

Polyglyceryl-10 Caprylate/Caprate functions as: Light stabilizer, solvent, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned (mixed ester of C8/C10).

What is the Margin of Safety for Polyglyceryl-10 Caprylate/Caprate?

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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