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Polyglyceryl-6 Palmitate/Succinate

INCI: POLYGLYCERYL-6 PALMITATE/SUCCINATE

CAS Number
Not assigned as discrete CAS (mixed diester of palmitic and succinic acid with hexaglycerol)
Function
Surfactant – cleansing; surfactant – emulsifying
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes CIR-reviewed as part of polyglyceryl fatty acid esters — safe as used

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

CIR-reviewed ingredient; safety relies on class read-across for polyglyceryl fatty acid esters. Formulate to minimize irritation potential.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Polyglyceryl-6 Palmitate/Succinate safe in cosmetics?

CIR-reviewed ingredient; safety relies on class read-across for polyglyceryl fatty acid esters. Formulate to minimize irritation potential. The EU classifies Polyglyceryl-6 Palmitate/Succinate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Polyglyceryl-6 Palmitate/Succinate allowed in the EU?

Polyglyceryl-6 Palmitate/Succinate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Polyglyceryl-6 Palmitate/Succinate do in cosmetics?

Polyglyceryl-6 Palmitate/Succinate functions as: Surfactant – cleansing; surfactant – emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned as discrete CAS (mixed diester of palmitic and succinic acid with hexaglycerol).

What is the Margin of Safety for Polyglyceryl-6 Palmitate/Succinate?

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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