Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Succinic acid moiety is pH-sensitive; formulate to be non-irritating and confirm batch pH stability.
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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