Polyglyceryl-6 Undecylenate

INCI: POLYGLYCERYL-6 UNDECYLENATE

CAS Number
Not specifically assigned in major databases
Function
Surfactant (emulsifying); also reported antimicrobial activity from undecylenic acid moiety
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted in cosmetics; undecylenic acid itself is an FDA-approved antifungal active

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Antimicrobial functionality means it may interact with preservative systems; ensure compatibility testing

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Polyglyceryl-6 Undecylenate safe in cosmetics?

Antimicrobial functionality means it may interact with preservative systems; ensure compatibility testing The EU classifies Polyglyceryl-6 Undecylenate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Polyglyceryl-6 Undecylenate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Polyglyceryl-6 Undecylenate do in cosmetics?

Polyglyceryl-6 Undecylenate functions as: Surfactant (emulsifying); also reported antimicrobial activity from undecylenic acid moiety. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned in major databases.

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

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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