Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Borage source plant contains pyrrolizidine alkaloids (PAs) — must confirm PA-free certification of fatty acid feedstock; residual EO/1,4-dioxane presence noted; very limited market use data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dimethicone PEG-8 Borageate safe in cosmetics?
Borage source plant contains pyrrolizidine alkaloids (PAs) — must confirm PA-free certification of fatty acid feedstock; residual EO/1,4-dioxane presence noted; very limited market use data. The EU classifies Dimethicone PEG-8 Borageate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Dimethicone PEG-8 Borageate allowed in the EU?
Dimethicone PEG-8 Borageate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Dimethicone PEG-8 Borageate do in cosmetics?
Dimethicone PEG-8 Borageate functions as: Emollient, emulsifying, skin conditioning (borage oil-derived fatty acid ester). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (polymeric).
What is the Margin of Safety for Dimethicone PEG-8 Borageate?
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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