Is Choleth-24 safe in cosmetics?
Choleth-24 has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Choleth-24
INCI: CHOLETH-24
Choleth-24 (CAS 27321-96-6 (generic); specific CAS varies by supplier) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Surfactant; emulsifier; solubilizer. PEG-24 ether of cholesterol — most. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
27321-96-6 (generic); specific CAS varies by supplier
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Function
Surfactant; emulsifier; solubilizer. PEG-24 ether of cholesterol — most extensively studied of the Choleth series
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
FDA permitted; also an inactive ingredient in 2 FDA-approved drug formulations. CIR: safe for topical application in present practices of use (1982, reaffirmed 2005, reaffirmed 2022)
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Choleth-24.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Choleth-24.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Choleth-24 allowed in the EU?
Choleth-24 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Choleth-24 do in cosmetics?
Choleth-24 functions as: Surfactant; emulsifier; solubilizer. PEG-24 ether of cholesterol — most extensively studied of the Choleth series. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 27321-96-6 (generic); specific CAS varies by supplier.
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