Glycereth-18 Ethylhexanoate
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
1,4-dioxane impurity control required; 2-ethylhexanoic acid is a developmental toxicant in isolation — confirm release rate and exposure level in formulation; data gap: no repeat-dose or reproductive toxicity data
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Glycereth-18 Ethylhexanoate safe in cosmetics?
1,4-dioxane impurity control required; 2-ethylhexanoic acid is a developmental toxicant in isolation — confirm release rate and exposure level in formulation; data gap: no repeat-dose or reproductive toxicity data The EU classifies Glycereth-18 Ethylhexanoate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Glycereth-18 Ethylhexanoate allowed in the EU?
Glycereth-18 Ethylhexanoate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Glycereth-18 Ethylhexanoate do in cosmetics?
Glycereth-18 Ethylhexanoate functions as: Softener and conditioner. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 827307-68-6.
What is the Margin of Safety for Glycereth-18 Ethylhexanoate?
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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