Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Laurate esters are documented penetration enhancers — the polylaurate (more esterified) is less likely to enhance penetration than the mono/dilaurate, but verify when co-formulated with actives you want to stay topical
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sucrose Polylaurate safe in cosmetics?
Laurate esters are documented penetration enhancers — the polylaurate (more esterified) is less likely to enhance penetration than the mono/dilaurate, but verify when co-formulated with actives you want to stay topical The EU classifies Sucrose Polylaurate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Sucrose Polylaurate allowed in the EU?
Sucrose Polylaurate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sucrose Polylaurate do in cosmetics?
Sucrose Polylaurate functions as: Skin Conditioning Agent – Emollient; Surfactant – Emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 27216-37-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Sucrose Polylaurate?
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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