Polyglyceryl-10 Dodeca-Caprylate/Caprate

INCI: POLYGLYCERYL-10 DODECA-CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE

CAS Number
Not individually assigned
Function
Surfactant – emulsifying agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not prohibited by FDA; CIR-reviewed — safe with qualifications (2023)

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

High degree of esterification creates very lipophilic compound; formulate to minimize irritation and maintain consistent supplier specifications for mixed chain lengths.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Polyglyceryl-10 Dodeca-Caprylate/Caprate safe in cosmetics?

High degree of esterification creates very lipophilic compound; formulate to minimize irritation and maintain consistent supplier specifications for mixed chain lengths. The EU classifies Polyglyceryl-10 Dodeca-Caprylate/Caprate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

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

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

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

Polyglyceryl-10 Dodeca-Caprylate/Caprate functions as: Surfactant – emulsifying agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for Polyglyceryl-10 Dodeca-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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