VeriMomShould I Avoid tripropylene glycol citrate During Pregnancy? | VeriMom
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- •H361
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- Is tripropylene glycol citrate safe during pregnancy?
- No harmonised CLP classification (no H360/H361 harmonised entry) or EU Annex II/III restriction was found for tripropylene glycol citrate, and I found no peer-reviewed reproductive/developmental toxicity studies for this specific INCI; regulatory/supplier and cosmetic-ingredient databases list it as an emollient/solvent without reproductive warnings (examples: ingredient listings and supplier profiles).
- Is tripropylene glycol citrate safe while breastfeeding?
- No data indicating harm to lactation or transfer in milk for this specific compound; no authoritative safety assessments (SCCS/CIR) or harmonised CMR classifications were found that flag breastfeeding as a special concern.
- Is tripropylene glycol citrate safe for baby skin?
- No evidence of a reproductive hazard specific to infants was found. Because this is a low‑molecular-weight ester/solvent used topically and there is measurable dermal use in leave‑on and rinse‑off products, I increased exposure (e) by +1 for 0–3 yr as required (immature skin barrier and higher surface-area-to-weight raise exposure potential), but found no infant‑specific toxicity data.
- How does VeriMom score tripropylene glycol citrate?
- VeriMom scores tripropylene glycol citrate at 39/100 (high risk) based on EU CosIng status, ECHA hazard classifications, and peer-reviewed PubMed studies. Our scoring pipeline is fully transparent.
- What are pregnancy-safe alternatives to tripropylene glycol citrate?
- See our curated list of pregnancy-safe alternatives to tripropylene glycol citrate based on similar function and a no-known-risks safety band.
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This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Safety scores are based on publicly available data and may not reflect all risks. Always consult your healthcare provider before using any product during pregnancy or breastfeeding.