Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Relatively new specialty emollient with limited published independent safety studies; supported mainly by supplier safety dossiers; metabolites (xylitol, caprylic acid) are well-characterized and safe.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Xylityl Sesquicaprylate safe in cosmetics?
Relatively new specialty emollient with limited published independent safety studies; supported mainly by supplier safety dossiers; metabolites (xylitol, caprylic acid) are well-characterized and safe. The EU classifies Xylityl Sesquicaprylate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Xylityl Sesquicaprylate allowed in the EU?
Xylityl Sesquicaprylate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Xylityl Sesquicaprylate do in cosmetics?
Xylityl Sesquicaprylate functions as: Emollient, skin conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 431-03-8 region — not widely published; relatively novel emollient ester.
What is the Margin of Safety for Xylityl Sesquicaprylate?
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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