Is Polyethylene Naphthalate safe in cosmetics?
Polyethylene Naphthalate has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: restricted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Polyethylene Naphthalate
INCI: POLYETHYLENE NAPHTHALATE
Polyethylene Naphthalate (CAS 26763-68-8) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Bulking agent, Film former (glitter applications). EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: restricted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Bulking agent, Film former (glitter applications)
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
restricted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Not specifically restricted; no standalone CIR review identified
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Polyethylene Naphthalate.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Polyethylene Naphthalate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Polyethylene Naphthalate allowed in the EU?
Polyethylene Naphthalate EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Polyethylene Naphthalate do in cosmetics?
Polyethylene Naphthalate functions as: Bulking agent, Film former (glitter applications). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 26763-68-8.
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