Polyglyceryl-3 Oleate

INCI: POLYGLYCERYL-3 OLEATE

CAS Number
33940-98-6
Function
Emulsifier (W/O, HLB ~6.2); skin-conditioning agent – emollient; surfactant
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes FDA: no restrictions; CIR safe as used (2023); also GRAS as food additive (21 CFR §172.854)

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Polyglyceryl-3 Oleate is a safe emulsifier with excellent safety profile; formulate to be non-irritating per CIR standards.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Polyglyceryl-3 Oleate safe in cosmetics?

Polyglyceryl-3 Oleate is a safe emulsifier with excellent safety profile; formulate to be non-irritating per CIR standards. The EU classifies Polyglyceryl-3 Oleate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Polyglyceryl-3 Oleate allowed in the EU?

Polyglyceryl-3 Oleate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Polyglyceryl-3 Oleate do in cosmetics?

Polyglyceryl-3 Oleate functions as: Emulsifier (W/O, HLB ~6.2); skin-conditioning agent – emollient; surfactant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 33940-98-6.

What is the Margin of Safety for Polyglyceryl-3 Oleate?

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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