Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate/Laurate

INCI: POLYGLYCERYL-4 ISOSTEARATE/LAURATE

CAS Number
Not uniquely assigned (mixed ester of isostearic + lauric acid with polyglycerin-4)
Function
Dispersing agent, emulsion stabilizer, surfactant - emulsifying agent, surfactant - foam booster
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not restricted by FDA; CIR: safe as used (2023)

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Formulate to be non-irritating per CIR condition

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate/Laurate safe in cosmetics?

Formulate to be non-irritating per CIR condition The EU classifies Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate/Laurate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate/Laurate allowed in the EU?

Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate/Laurate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate/Laurate do in cosmetics?

Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate/Laurate functions as: Dispersing agent, emulsion stabilizer, surfactant - emulsifying agent, surfactant - foam booster. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not uniquely assigned (mixed ester of isostearic + lauric acid with polyglycerin-4).

What is the Margin of Safety for Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate/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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