Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
CIR 2023 established safety of polyglyceryl fatty acid esters when formulated to be non-irritating, with oral LD50 >2,000 mg/kg bw and non-mutagenic results in Ames test.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Polyglyceryl-2 Laurate safe in cosmetics?
CIR 2023 established safety of polyglyceryl fatty acid esters when formulated to be non-irritating, with oral LD50 >2,000 mg/kg bw and non-mutagenic results in Ames test. The EU classifies Polyglyceryl-2 Laurate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Polyglyceryl-2 Laurate allowed in the EU?
Polyglyceryl-2 Laurate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Polyglyceryl-2 Laurate do in cosmetics?
Polyglyceryl-2 Laurate functions as: Surfactant, Emulsifying. It is classified as a Emulsifier in our database. CAS number: 96499-68-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for Polyglyceryl-2 Laurate?
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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