Dimethicone PEG/PPG-12/4 Phosphate

INCI: DIMETHICONE PEG/PPG-12/4 PHOSPHATE

CAS Number
Not uniquely assigned (polymeric PEG/PPG-modified dimethicone phosphate ester)
Function
Emulsifier, surfactant (phosphate ester of PEG/PPG-dimethicone copolymer)
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted - no CFR restriction

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

PEG/PPG ethoxylation residuals (1,4-dioxane, EO, PO); phosphate ester with pH-dependent stability; PPG addition increases lipophilicity

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

peg-ingredient

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dimethicone PEG/PPG-12/4 Phosphate safe in cosmetics?

PEG/PPG ethoxylation residuals (1,4-dioxane, EO, PO); phosphate ester with pH-dependent stability; PPG addition increases lipophilicity The EU classifies Dimethicone PEG/PPG-12/4 Phosphate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Dimethicone PEG/PPG-12/4 Phosphate allowed in the EU?

Dimethicone PEG/PPG-12/4 Phosphate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Dimethicone PEG/PPG-12/4 Phosphate do in cosmetics?

Dimethicone PEG/PPG-12/4 Phosphate functions as: Emulsifier, surfactant (phosphate ester of PEG/PPG-dimethicone copolymer). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not uniquely assigned (polymeric PEG/PPG-modified dimethicone phosphate ester).

What is the Margin of Safety for Dimethicone PEG/PPG-12/4 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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