C12-16 Alkyl PEG-2 Hydroxypropyl Hydroxyethyl Ethylcellulose
INCI: C12-16 ALKYL PEG-2 HYDROXYPROPYL HYDROXYETHYL ETHYLCELLULOSE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Contains PEG moiety with theoretical 1,4-dioxane trace potential at very low risk (PEG-2 level); limited standalone data with read-across from cellulose ether family.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is C12-16 Alkyl PEG-2 Hydroxypropyl Hydroxyethyl Ethylcellulose safe in cosmetics?
Contains PEG moiety with theoretical 1,4-dioxane trace potential at very low risk (PEG-2 level); limited standalone data with read-across from cellulose ether family. The EU classifies C12-16 Alkyl PEG-2 Hydroxypropyl Hydroxyethyl Ethylcellulose as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is C12-16 Alkyl PEG-2 Hydroxypropyl Hydroxyethyl Ethylcellulose allowed in the EU?
C12-16 Alkyl PEG-2 Hydroxypropyl Hydroxyethyl Ethylcellulose EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does C12-16 Alkyl PEG-2 Hydroxypropyl Hydroxyethyl Ethylcellulose do in cosmetics?
C12-16 Alkyl PEG-2 Hydroxypropyl Hydroxyethyl Ethylcellulose functions as: Viscosity controlling; Emulsion stabilizing; Film forming. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: No CAS assigned — complex hydrophobically modified cellulose polymer.
What is the Margin of Safety for C12-16 Alkyl PEG-2 Hydroxypropyl Hydroxyethyl Ethylcellulose?
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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