Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Comedogenic rating 1/5; ether bond results in slower hydrolysis; limited CIR-level safety data available; may require supplier toxicology documentation for CPSR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Polyglyceryl-4 Oleyl Ether safe in cosmetics?
Comedogenic rating 1/5; ether bond results in slower hydrolysis; limited CIR-level safety data available; may require supplier toxicology documentation for CPSR. The EU classifies Polyglyceryl-4 Oleyl Ether as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Polyglyceryl-4 Oleyl Ether allowed in the EU?
Polyglyceryl-4 Oleyl Ether EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Polyglyceryl-4 Oleyl Ether do in cosmetics?
Polyglyceryl-4 Oleyl Ether functions as: Surfactant – emulsifying agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not widely published (polyglycerol polymer, oleyl ether derivative).
What is the Margin of Safety for Polyglyceryl-4 Oleyl Ether?
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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