Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Safe as used per CIR 2017. Non-genotoxic, non-carcinogenic in 2-year studies, NOAEL 2 g/kg/day. Low HLB W/O emulsifier with non-irritating profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sucrose Polystearate safe in cosmetics?
Safe as used per CIR 2017. Non-genotoxic, non-carcinogenic in 2-year studies, NOAEL 2 g/kg/day. Low HLB W/O emulsifier with non-irritating profile. The EU classifies Sucrose Polystearate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Sucrose Polystearate allowed in the EU?
Sucrose Polystearate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sucrose Polystearate do in cosmetics?
Sucrose Polystearate functions as: W/O emulsifier (low HLB), skin conditioning, surfactant. It is classified as a Emulsifier in our database. CAS number: 37318-31-3.
What is the Margin of Safety for Sucrose Polystearate?
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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