Good Cosmetic Ingredient NOAEL Data

Triethylene Glycol Hydrogenated Rosinate

INCI: TRIETHYLENE GLYCOL HYDROGENATED ROSINATE

CAS Number
68648-53-3
Function
Film forming agent, plasticizer, viscosity controlling agent (hydrogenated rosin ester — more stable and lighter colored than non-hydrogenated variant)
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; rosin derivatives reviewed by CIR

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Safety Data

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

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Toxicological Studies

10 study endpoints found for Triethylene Glycol Hydrogenated Rosinate. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.

Endpoint Value Route Species Study Type Source
NOEL 3000 ppm oral rat oral REACH
NOEL 3000 ppm oral - oral REACH
NOAEL 18000 other oral rat oral REACH
NOAEL 18000 other oral - oral REACH
NOEL 500 other oral rat oral REACH
NOEL 500 other oral - oral REACH
NOEL 500 other oral rat oral REACH
NOEL 500 other oral - oral REACH
NOEL 10000 ppm oral rat oral REACH
NOEL 10000 ppm oral - oral REACH

Expert Verdict

Rosin-derived ingredient — individuals with known rosin/colophonium allergy should patch-test. Hydrogenation greatly reduces but does not fully eliminate sensitization potential. Monitor for oxidation during storage

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen ifra_fragrance

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Triethylene Glycol Hydrogenated Rosinate safe in cosmetics?

Rosin-derived ingredient — individuals with known rosin/colophonium allergy should patch-test. Hydrogenation greatly reduces but does not fully eliminate sensitization potential. Monitor for oxidation during storage The EU classifies Triethylene Glycol Hydrogenated Rosinate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD. 10 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.

Is Triethylene Glycol Hydrogenated Rosinate allowed in the EU?

Triethylene Glycol Hydrogenated Rosinate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Triethylene Glycol Hydrogenated Rosinate do in cosmetics?

Triethylene Glycol Hydrogenated Rosinate functions as: Film forming agent, plasticizer, viscosity controlling agent (hydrogenated rosin ester — more stable and lighter colored than non-hydrogenated variant). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68648-53-3.

What is the Margin of Safety for Triethylene Glycol Hydrogenated Rosinate?

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.

What is the NOAEL for Triethylene Glycol Hydrogenated Rosinate?

The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Triethylene Glycol Hydrogenated Rosinate is 3000 ppm based on a oral study via oral route in rat. A total of 10 study endpoints are available. Source: REACH.

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