Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Formulate to be non-irritating; C8 caprylate moieties have moderate surfactancy with potential irritation at concentrations above 10% in leave-on products.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Polyglyceryl-5 Dicaprylate safe in cosmetics?
Formulate to be non-irritating; C8 caprylate moieties have moderate surfactancy with potential irritation at concentrations above 10% in leave-on products. The EU classifies Polyglyceryl-5 Dicaprylate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Polyglyceryl-5 Dicaprylate allowed in the EU?
Polyglyceryl-5 Dicaprylate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Polyglyceryl-5 Dicaprylate do in cosmetics?
Polyglyceryl-5 Dicaprylate functions as: Skin conditioning – emollient; Surfactant – emulsifying agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned.
What is the Margin of Safety for Polyglyceryl-5 Dicaprylate?
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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