Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Oleic acid esters can act as penetration enhancers — the polyester (higher esterification) is less active but still worth noting when formulating with penetration-sensitive actives. Oleic acid has one double bond: moderate oxidation susceptibility. No reported cosmetic uses in VCRP (Table 6 ingredient)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sucrose Polyoleate safe in cosmetics?
Oleic acid esters can act as penetration enhancers — the polyester (higher esterification) is less active but still worth noting when formulating with penetration-sensitive actives. Oleic acid has one double bond: moderate oxidation susceptibility. No reported cosmetic uses in VCRP (Table 6 ingredient) The EU classifies Sucrose Polyoleate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Sucrose Polyoleate allowed in the EU?
Sucrose Polyoleate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sucrose Polyoleate do in cosmetics?
Sucrose Polyoleate functions as: Skin Conditioning Agent – Emollient; Surfactant – Emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly assigned in CosIng/CIR.
What is the Margin of Safety for Sucrose Polyoleate?
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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