Polyglyceryl-5 Hexastearate

INCI: POLYGLYCERYL-5 HEXASTEARATE

CAS Number
Not specifically assigned
Function
Surfactant – emulsifying agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not prohibited by FDA; CIR-reviewed as safe with qualifications

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
high

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Expert Verdict

Highly lipophilic W/O emulsifier with limited water solubility; formulate to minimize irritation potential despite high sensitization risk.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Polyglyceryl-5 Hexastearate safe in cosmetics?

Highly lipophilic W/O emulsifier with limited water solubility; formulate to minimize irritation potential despite high sensitization risk. The EU classifies Polyglyceryl-5 Hexastearate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Polyglyceryl-5 Hexastearate allowed in the EU?

Polyglyceryl-5 Hexastearate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Polyglyceryl-5 Hexastearate do in cosmetics?

Polyglyceryl-5 Hexastearate functions as: 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 Hexastearate?

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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