Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate/Succinate

INCI: POLYGLYCERYL-4 LAURATE/SUCCINATE

CAS Number
Not uniquely assigned (mixed ester of lauric + succinic acid with polyglycerin-4)
Function
Surfactant – emulsifying agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 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

Succinic acid moiety is pH-sensitive; formulate to be non-irritating and confirm batch pH stability.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate/Succinate safe in cosmetics?

Succinic acid moiety is pH-sensitive; formulate to be non-irritating and confirm batch pH stability. The EU classifies Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate/Succinate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

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

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

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

Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate/Succinate functions as: Surfactant – emulsifying agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not uniquely assigned (mixed ester of lauric + succinic acid with polyglycerin-4).

What is the Margin of Safety for Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate/Succinate?

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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