Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
CIR-assessed safe with adequate margin of safety; lauric acid component provides moderate surfactant strength, monitor for irritation at elevated concentrations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Polyglyceryl-10 Pentalaurate safe in cosmetics?
CIR-assessed safe with adequate margin of safety; lauric acid component provides moderate surfactant strength, monitor for irritation at elevated concentrations. The EU classifies Polyglyceryl-10 Pentalaurate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Polyglyceryl-10 Pentalaurate allowed in the EU?
Polyglyceryl-10 Pentalaurate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Polyglyceryl-10 Pentalaurate do in cosmetics?
Polyglyceryl-10 Pentalaurate functions as: Surfactant – emulsifying agent; skin-conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned.
What is the Margin of Safety for Polyglyceryl-10 Pentalaurate?
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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