Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
DEA moiety carries nitrosamine formation risk; the PEG-4 Laurate base is considered safe and well-tolerated. Monoester of PEG and lauric acid; can be of synthetic or plant origin; functions as humectant base for creams and consistency enhancer
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is DEA-PEG-4 Laurate safe in cosmetics?
DEA moiety carries nitrosamine formation risk; the PEG-4 Laurate base is considered safe and well-tolerated. Monoester of PEG and lauric acid; can be of synthetic or plant origin; functions as humectant base for creams and consistency enhancer The EU classifies DEA-PEG-4 Laurate as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is DEA-PEG-4 Laurate allowed in the EU?
DEA-PEG-4 Laurate EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does DEA-PEG-4 Laurate do in cosmetics?
DEA-PEG-4 Laurate functions as: Surfactant - Cleansing; Surfactant - Emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not independently assigned; base ester PEG-4 Laurate is CAS 9004-81-3.
What is the Margin of Safety for DEA-PEG-4 Laurate?
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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