C20-22 Alkyl Glucoside

INCI: C20-22 ALKYL GLUCOSIDE

CAS Number
Not uniquely assigned (glucose ester of C20–22 fatty alcohols)
Function
Surfactant—emulsifying; Skin conditioning; Emulsion stabiliser
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes CIR: Assessed under Safety Assessment of Decyl Glucoside and Other Alkyl Glucosides (2014) — Safe as used when formulated to be non-irritating

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
none

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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.

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Concern Level: Low

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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