Polyglyceryl-2 Sorbitan Tetraethylhexanoate

INCI: POLYGLYCERYL-2 SORBITAN TETRAETHYLHEXANOATE

CAS Number
Not assigned (CosIng shows "–")
Function
Emulsifying agent
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status restricted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not explicitly named in CIR 2023 polyglyceryl ester report (hybrid polyglyceryl-sorbitan ingredient); CIR has reviewed sorbitan esters separately

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Hybrid polyglyceryl-sorbitan ingredient with no direct toxicological data; safety assessment relies on structural read-across from parent ingredient families.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Polyglyceryl-2 Sorbitan Tetraethylhexanoate safe in cosmetics?

Hybrid polyglyceryl-sorbitan ingredient with no direct toxicological data; safety assessment relies on structural read-across from parent ingredient families. The EU classifies Polyglyceryl-2 Sorbitan Tetraethylhexanoate as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Polyglyceryl-2 Sorbitan Tetraethylhexanoate allowed in the EU?

Polyglyceryl-2 Sorbitan Tetraethylhexanoate EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Polyglyceryl-2 Sorbitan Tetraethylhexanoate do in cosmetics?

Polyglyceryl-2 Sorbitan Tetraethylhexanoate functions as: Emulsifying agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (CosIng shows "–").

What is the Margin of Safety for Polyglyceryl-2 Sorbitan Tetraethylhexanoate?

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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