Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Glycereth-20 Benzoate is a permitted skin-conditioning agent with low absorption and sensitization potential, though its margin of safety has not been established.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Glycereth-20 Benzoate safe in cosmetics?
Glycereth-20 Benzoate is a permitted skin-conditioning agent with low absorption and sensitization potential, though its margin of safety has not been established. The EU classifies Glycereth-20 Benzoate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Glycereth-20 Benzoate allowed in the EU?
Glycereth-20 Benzoate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Glycereth-20 Benzoate do in cosmetics?
Glycereth-20 Benzoate functions as: Skin-conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 139247-28-2 (generic, same family as Glycereth-18 Benzoate).
What is the Margin of Safety for Glycereth-20 Benzoate?
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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