Sucrose Tetraisostearate

INCI: SUCROSE TETRAISOSTEARATE

CAS Number
88484-21-3
Function
Emollient; Emulsifying; Skin conditioning; Surfactant – Cleansing
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes 21 CFR 172.869 – Permitted as sucrose oligoester; cosmetic use not restricted

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Confirmed in cosmetic use (VCRP). Human irritation data is reassuring. FDA UNII: FST191693T

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sucrose Tetraisostearate safe in cosmetics?

Confirmed in cosmetic use (VCRP). Human irritation data is reassuring. FDA UNII: FST191693T The EU classifies Sucrose Tetraisostearate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Sucrose Tetraisostearate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Sucrose Tetraisostearate do in cosmetics?

Sucrose Tetraisostearate functions as: Emollient; Emulsifying; Skin conditioning; Surfactant – Cleansing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 88484-21-3.

What is the Margin of Safety for Sucrose Tetraisostearate?

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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