Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Must be formulated to be non-irritating per CIR stipulation. As a surfactant, potential for skin barrier disruption at high concentrations; rinse-off vs. leave-on use concentration matters.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is C20-22 Alkyl Glucoside safe in cosmetics?
Must be formulated to be non-irritating per CIR stipulation. As a surfactant, potential for skin barrier disruption at high concentrations; rinse-off vs. leave-on use concentration matters. The EU classifies C20-22 Alkyl Glucoside as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is C20-22 Alkyl Glucoside allowed in the EU?
C20-22 Alkyl Glucoside EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does C20-22 Alkyl Glucoside do in cosmetics?
C20-22 Alkyl Glucoside functions as: Surfactant—emulsifying; Skin conditioning; Emulsion stabiliser. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not uniquely assigned (glucose ester of C20–22 fatty alcohols).
What is the Margin of Safety for C20-22 Alkyl Glucoside?
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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