Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
No individual test data available; heavily esterified polymer—verify HLB suitability for your emulsion type.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Polyglyceryl-6 Octacaprylate safe in cosmetics?
No individual test data available; heavily esterified polymer—verify HLB suitability for your emulsion type. The EU classifies Polyglyceryl-6 Octacaprylate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Polyglyceryl-6 Octacaprylate allowed in the EU?
Polyglyceryl-6 Octacaprylate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Polyglyceryl-6 Octacaprylate do in cosmetics?
Polyglyceryl-6 Octacaprylate functions as: Skin-conditioning agent – Emollient; Surfactant – Emulsifying Agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned (polymer mixture).
What is the Margin of Safety for Polyglyceryl-6 Octacaprylate?
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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