Bis-PEG-12 Dimethicone Beeswax

INCI: BIS-PEG-12 DIMETHICONE BEESWAX

CAS Number
Not publicly assigned
Function
Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes CIR 12/2014 group review: Safe in the present practices of use and concentration. Beeswax separately reviewed by CIR as safe.

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Beeswax component may cause propolis cross-reactivity in sensitized individuals; PEG moiety carries 1,4-dioxane contamination concern.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen peg-ingredient natural-origin

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bis-PEG-12 Dimethicone Beeswax safe in cosmetics?

Beeswax component may cause propolis cross-reactivity in sensitized individuals; PEG moiety carries 1,4-dioxane contamination concern. The EU classifies Bis-PEG-12 Dimethicone Beeswax as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Bis-PEG-12 Dimethicone Beeswax allowed in the EU?

Bis-PEG-12 Dimethicone Beeswax EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Bis-PEG-12 Dimethicone Beeswax do in cosmetics?

Bis-PEG-12 Dimethicone Beeswax functions as: Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for Bis-PEG-12 Dimethicone Beeswax?

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.

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