Disodium PEG-8 Glyceryl Caprylate/Caprate

INCI: DISODIUM PEG-8 GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE/CAPRATE

CAS Number
Not assigned (multi-component; parent glyceryl caprylate/caprate CAS 91744-32-0)
Function
Surfactant – cleansing; surfactant – emulsifying
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; not restricted under 21 CFR; no FDA prohibition

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

PEG-8 surfactant with potential 1,4-dioxane trace impurity from ethoxylation; ensure residual levels below 10 ppm per EU guidance; mild ocular irritation potential noted.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

peg-ingredient

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Disodium PEG-8 Glyceryl Caprylate/Caprate safe in cosmetics?

PEG-8 surfactant with potential 1,4-dioxane trace impurity from ethoxylation; ensure residual levels below 10 ppm per EU guidance; mild ocular irritation potential noted. The EU classifies Disodium PEG-8 Glyceryl Caprylate/Caprate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Disodium PEG-8 Glyceryl Caprylate/Caprate allowed in the EU?

Disodium PEG-8 Glyceryl Caprylate/Caprate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Disodium PEG-8 Glyceryl Caprylate/Caprate do in cosmetics?

Disodium PEG-8 Glyceryl Caprylate/Caprate functions as: Surfactant – cleansing; surfactant – emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (multi-component; parent glyceryl caprylate/caprate CAS 91744-32-0).

What is the Margin of Safety for Disodium PEG-8 Glyceryl Caprylate/Caprate?

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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