Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
CIR 2017 safe in present practices as W/O emulsifier. Typical use ~4% in oil phase for foundations, moisturizers, and sunscreens.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Polyglyceryl-2 Sesquiisostearate safe in cosmetics?
CIR 2017 safe in present practices as W/O emulsifier. Typical use ~4% in oil phase for foundations, moisturizers, and sunscreens. The EU classifies Polyglyceryl-2 Sesquiisostearate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Polyglyceryl-2 Sesquiisostearate allowed in the EU?
Polyglyceryl-2 Sesquiisostearate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Polyglyceryl-2 Sesquiisostearate do in cosmetics?
Polyglyceryl-2 Sesquiisostearate functions as: Emulsifying (W/O). It is classified as a Emulsifier in our database. CAS number: 67938-21-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Polyglyceryl-2 Sesquiisostearate?
not established 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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