Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Adipic acid is a well-characterized diacid with no toxicological concerns; residual EO/1,4-dioxane from PEG moiety presents minimal risk given negligible absorption.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dimethicone PEG-8 Adipate safe in cosmetics?
Adipic acid is a well-characterized diacid with no toxicological concerns; residual EO/1,4-dioxane from PEG moiety presents minimal risk given negligible absorption. The EU classifies Dimethicone PEG-8 Adipate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Dimethicone PEG-8 Adipate allowed in the EU?
Dimethicone PEG-8 Adipate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Dimethicone PEG-8 Adipate do in cosmetics?
Dimethicone PEG-8 Adipate functions as: Hair conditioning, skin conditioning, emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (polymeric; CosIng listed).
What is the Margin of Safety for Dimethicone PEG-8 Adipate?
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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