Decyl Polystyrene Oxide/PEG-23 Copolymer Phosphate
INCI: DECYL POLYSTYRENE OXIDE/PEG-23 COPOLYMER PHOSPHATE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Polystyrene oxide component raises concerns about residual styrene monomer (IARC Group 2B); phosphate ester may cause irritation; full toxicological dossier, residual monomer analysis, and heavy metal testing required before inclusion.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Decyl Polystyrene Oxide/PEG-23 Copolymer Phosphate safe in cosmetics?
Polystyrene oxide component raises concerns about residual styrene monomer (IARC Group 2B); phosphate ester may cause irritation; full toxicological dossier, residual monomer analysis, and heavy metal testing required before inclusion. The EU classifies Decyl Polystyrene Oxide/PEG-23 Copolymer Phosphate as "permitted". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Decyl Polystyrene Oxide/PEG-23 Copolymer Phosphate allowed in the EU?
Decyl Polystyrene Oxide/PEG-23 Copolymer Phosphate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Decyl Polystyrene Oxide/PEG-23 Copolymer Phosphate do in cosmetics?
Decyl Polystyrene Oxide/PEG-23 Copolymer Phosphate functions as: Surfactant / emulsifier (phosphated polymeric copolymer). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not readily available in CosIng or PubChem.
What is the Margin of Safety for Decyl Polystyrene Oxide/PEG-23 Copolymer Phosphate?
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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