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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Tree nut-derived (Prunus amygdalus dulcis) — consider allergen labeling/disclosure for nut-allergic consumers. Esterification greatly reduces protein content, but residual proteins cannot be excluded without testing. Formulate to be non-irritating.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Polyglyceryl-4 Sweet Almondate safe in cosmetics?
Tree nut-derived (Prunus amygdalus dulcis) — consider allergen labeling/disclosure for nut-allergic consumers. Esterification greatly reduces protein content, but residual proteins cannot be excluded without testing. Formulate to be non-irritating. The EU classifies Polyglyceryl-4 Sweet Almondate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Polyglyceryl-4 Sweet Almondate allowed in the EU?
Polyglyceryl-4 Sweet Almondate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Polyglyceryl-4 Sweet Almondate do in cosmetics?
Polyglyceryl-4 Sweet Almondate functions as: Skin-conditioning agent; surfactant – emulsifying agent (ester of sweet almond oil fatty acids and polyglycerin-4). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly assigned.
What is the Margin of Safety for Polyglyceryl-4 Sweet Almondate?
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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