Glycereth-5 Lactate

INCI: GLYCERETH-5 LACTATE

CAS Number
158483-23-9 ; also reported as 125804-13-9 / 125804-28-6
Function
Skin Conditioning – Emollient; Solvent; Surfactant – Emulsifying
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — FDA UNII: WFB4AUA70B; no CFR restriction

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Dual/triple CAS numbers suggest sourcing variation — confirm identity with supplier; 1,4-dioxane impurity check required

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glycereth-5 Lactate safe in cosmetics?

Dual/triple CAS numbers suggest sourcing variation — confirm identity with supplier; 1,4-dioxane impurity check required The EU classifies Glycereth-5 Lactate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Glycereth-5 Lactate allowed in the EU?

Glycereth-5 Lactate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Glycereth-5 Lactate do in cosmetics?

Glycereth-5 Lactate functions as: Skin Conditioning – Emollient; Solvent; Surfactant – Emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 158483-23-9 ; also reported as 125804-13-9 / 125804-28-6.

What is the Margin of Safety for Glycereth-5 Lactate?

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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