Polyglyceryl-6 Polyhydroxystearate

INCI: POLYGLYCERYL-6 POLYHYDROXYSTEARATE

CAS Number
No discrete CAS assigned (complex ester of hexaglycerol and polyhydroxystearic acid)
Function
Surfactant – emulsifying (W/O emulsifier)
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
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Complex polymeric surfactant safe as used; ensure supplier confirms molecular weight distribution and residual monomer levels to minimize irritation potential.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Polyglyceryl-6 Polyhydroxystearate safe in cosmetics?

Complex polymeric surfactant safe as used; ensure supplier confirms molecular weight distribution and residual monomer levels to minimize irritation potential. The EU classifies Polyglyceryl-6 Polyhydroxystearate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Polyglyceryl-6 Polyhydroxystearate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Polyglyceryl-6 Polyhydroxystearate do in cosmetics?

Polyglyceryl-6 Polyhydroxystearate functions as: Surfactant – emulsifying (W/O emulsifier). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: No discrete CAS assigned (complex ester of hexaglycerol and polyhydroxystearic acid).

What is the Margin of Safety for Polyglyceryl-6 Polyhydroxystearate?

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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