Polyterpene

INCI: POLYTERPENE

CAS Number
9003-74-1 (general polyterpene resin)
Function
Film Former, Viscosity Controlling, Plasticizer
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes No individual CIR assessment; generally recognized in polymer class reviews. FDA permits polyterpene resins in food-contact applications (21 CFR 172.615) which supports cosmetic safety inference.

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Residual terpene monomers (α-pinene, β-pinene, limonene) may be allergenic; verify residual monomer content. If derived from natural sources, allergen labeling under EU Fragrance Allergen regulations may apply depending on composition.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen natural-origin

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Polyterpene safe in cosmetics?

Residual terpene monomers (α-pinene, β-pinene, limonene) may be allergenic; verify residual monomer content. If derived from natural sources, allergen labeling under EU Fragrance Allergen regulations may apply depending on composition. The EU classifies Polyterpene as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Polyterpene allowed in the EU?

Polyterpene EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Polyterpene do in cosmetics?

Polyterpene functions as: Film Former, Viscosity Controlling, Plasticizer. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9003-74-1 (general polyterpene resin).

What is the Margin of Safety for Polyterpene?

not established 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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