Epsilon Caprolactone PEG/PPG-23/34 Copolymer

INCI: EPSILON CAPROLACTONE PEG/PPG-23/34 COPOLYMER

CAS Number
Not assigned (copolymer designation)
Function
Emollient, hair conditioning agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” no specific prohibition under 21 CFR

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

1,4-Dioxane residuals from PEG/PPG synthesis must be tested and controlled (<10 ppm); ethylene oxide residuals; free caprolactone monomer content should be verified; CIR has reviewed PEG/PPG copolymers as a class with favorable safety profiles.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

peg-ingredient

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Epsilon Caprolactone PEG/PPG-23/34 Copolymer safe in cosmetics?

1,4-Dioxane residuals from PEG/PPG synthesis must be tested and controlled (<10 ppm); ethylene oxide residuals; free caprolactone monomer content should be verified; CIR has reviewed PEG/PPG copolymers as a class with favorable safety profiles. The EU classifies Epsilon Caprolactone PEG/PPG-23/34 Copolymer as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Epsilon Caprolactone PEG/PPG-23/34 Copolymer allowed in the EU?

Epsilon Caprolactone PEG/PPG-23/34 Copolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Epsilon Caprolactone PEG/PPG-23/34 Copolymer do in cosmetics?

Epsilon Caprolactone PEG/PPG-23/34 Copolymer functions as: Emollient, hair conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (copolymer designation).

What is the Margin of Safety for Epsilon Caprolactone PEG/PPG-23/34 Copolymer?

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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