Distearyl PEG-18 Formoyl Glutamate
INCI: DISTEARYL PEG-18 FORMOYL GLUTAMATE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
PEG-containing ingredient requires 1,4-dioxane residual testing per NY DEC and MoCRA expectations; no standalone CIR or SCCS assessment; limited toxicological data; formulators should request Certificate of Analysis with 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residual specifications from supplier.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Distearyl PEG-18 Formoyl Glutamate safe in cosmetics?
PEG-containing ingredient requires 1,4-dioxane residual testing per NY DEC and MoCRA expectations; no standalone CIR or SCCS assessment; limited toxicological data; formulators should request Certificate of Analysis with 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residual specifications from supplier. The EU classifies Distearyl PEG-18 Formoyl Glutamate as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Distearyl PEG-18 Formoyl Glutamate allowed in the EU?
Distearyl PEG-18 Formoyl Glutamate EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Distearyl PEG-18 Formoyl Glutamate do in cosmetics?
Distearyl PEG-18 Formoyl Glutamate functions as: Emulsifying, hair conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly assigned / not located in CAS registry.
What is the Margin of Safety for Distearyl PEG-18 Formoyl Glutamate?
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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