Glycereth-7

INCI: GLYCERETH-7

CAS Number
31694-55-0 (generic for glycerin ethoxylates)
Function
Skin Conditioning – Humectant; Viscosity Decreasing Agent
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — 80 VCRP formulations reported (2020); used in 67 lipstick formulations

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide impurities are inherent to the ethoxylation process; formulation must be non-irritating per CIR conclusion.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glycereth-7 safe in cosmetics?

1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide impurities are inherent to the ethoxylation process; formulation must be non-irritating per CIR conclusion. The EU classifies Glycereth-7 as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Glycereth-7 allowed in the EU?

Glycereth-7 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Glycereth-7 do in cosmetics?

Glycereth-7 functions as: Skin Conditioning – Humectant; Viscosity Decreasing Agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 31694-55-0 (generic for glycerin ethoxylates).

What is the Margin of Safety for Glycereth-7?

adequate 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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