Triglycerides (Generic Term)

INCI: MULTIPLE ENTRIES (CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, C10-18 TRIGLYCERIDES, ETC.)

CAS Number
Varies by type; e.g., Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride = 65381-09-1 / 73398-61-5
Function
Skin conditioning agent (occlusive), viscosity increasing agent (nonaqueous), emollient
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; Tristearin has FDA food-additive clearance (21 CFR 172.811); cosmetic use unrestricted

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Glyceryl triesters can enhance skin penetration of other chemicals; CIR recommends care when combining with actives

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Triglycerides (Generic Term) safe in cosmetics?

Glyceryl triesters can enhance skin penetration of other chemicals; CIR recommends care when combining with actives The EU classifies Triglycerides (Generic Term) as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Triglycerides (Generic Term) allowed in the EU?

Triglycerides (Generic Term) EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Triglycerides (Generic Term) do in cosmetics?

Triglycerides (Generic Term) functions as: Skin conditioning agent (occlusive), viscosity increasing agent (nonaqueous), emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Varies by type; e.g., Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride = 65381-09-1 / 73398-61-5.

What is the Margin of Safety for Triglycerides (Generic Term)?

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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