Polyglyceryl-10 Hepta(Behenate/Stearate)

INCI: POLYGLYCERYL-10 HEPTA(BEHENATE/STEARATE)

CAS Number
Not assigned (mixed polymeric ester)
Function
Skin conditioning – emollient; surfactant – emulsifying agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes CIR reviewed (2023) — safe in present practices of use when formulated to be non-irritating

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Behenic acid component confers high melting point — ensure complete melting/incorporation during manufacturing; non-irritating formulation required

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Polyglyceryl-10 Hepta(Behenate/Stearate) safe in cosmetics?

Behenic acid component confers high melting point — ensure complete melting/incorporation during manufacturing; non-irritating formulation required The EU classifies Polyglyceryl-10 Hepta(Behenate/Stearate) as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Polyglyceryl-10 Hepta(Behenate/Stearate) allowed in the EU?

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

What does Polyglyceryl-10 Hepta(Behenate/Stearate) do in cosmetics?

Polyglyceryl-10 Hepta(Behenate/Stearate) functions as: Skin conditioning – emollient; surfactant – emulsifying agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (mixed polymeric ester).

What is the Margin of Safety for Polyglyceryl-10 Hepta(Behenate/Stearate)?

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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