Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Polyglyceryl-2 Sesquicaprylate is an approved emulsifying surfactant with good safety profile, safe for use when formulated to avoid irritation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Polyglyceryl-2 Sesquicaprylate safe in cosmetics?
Polyglyceryl-2 Sesquicaprylate is an approved emulsifying surfactant with good safety profile, safe for use when formulated to avoid irritation. The EU classifies Polyglyceryl-2 Sesquicaprylate as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Polyglyceryl-2 Sesquicaprylate allowed in the EU?
Polyglyceryl-2 Sesquicaprylate EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Polyglyceryl-2 Sesquicaprylate do in cosmetics?
Polyglyceryl-2 Sesquicaprylate functions as: Surfactant – emulsifying agent (multi-ester; sesqui = ~1.5 mol caprylic acid per mol diglycerol). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned.
What is the Margin of Safety for Polyglyceryl-2 Sesquicaprylate?
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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