Sucrose Trilaurate

INCI: SUCROSE TRILAURATE

CAS Number
94031-23-9
Function
Emollient; Emulsifying; Skin conditioning; Surfactant – Solubilizing agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes 21 CFR 172.859 – Permitted as sucrose fatty acid ester food additive; cosmetic use not restricted

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Lauric acid esters have more penetration-enhancing potential than longer-chain sucrose esters – may enhance delivery of actives in formulation. Confirmed in cosmetic use

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sucrose Trilaurate safe in cosmetics?

Lauric acid esters have more penetration-enhancing potential than longer-chain sucrose esters – may enhance delivery of actives in formulation. Confirmed in cosmetic use The EU classifies Sucrose Trilaurate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Sucrose Trilaurate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Sucrose Trilaurate do in cosmetics?

Sucrose Trilaurate functions as: Emollient; Emulsifying; Skin conditioning; Surfactant – Solubilizing agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 94031-23-9.

What is the Margin of Safety for Sucrose Trilaurate?

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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