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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
PEG/PPG ethoxylation residuals with lower ethoxylation degree (7+4 = 11) reduce 1,4-dioxane risk compared to higher ethoxylation variants, but safety testing is still required; phosphate component requires pH sensitivity monitoring.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dimethicone PEG/PPG-7/4 Phosphate safe in cosmetics?
PEG/PPG ethoxylation residuals with lower ethoxylation degree (7+4 = 11) reduce 1,4-dioxane risk compared to higher ethoxylation variants, but safety testing is still required; phosphate component requires pH sensitivity monitoring. The EU classifies Dimethicone PEG/PPG-7/4 Phosphate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Dimethicone PEG/PPG-7/4 Phosphate allowed in the EU?
Dimethicone PEG/PPG-7/4 Phosphate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Dimethicone PEG/PPG-7/4 Phosphate do in cosmetics?
Dimethicone PEG/PPG-7/4 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 (related: Dimethicone PEG-7 Phosphate = 132207-31-9).
What is the Margin of Safety for Dimethicone PEG/PPG-7/4 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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