Glycerin/Oxybutylene Copolymer Stearyl Ether
INCI: GLYCERIN/OXYBUTYLENE COPOLYMER STEARYL ETHER
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Residual butylene oxide monomer is a concern (classified CMR Cat. 1B); supplier must provide residual monomer specification ≤1 ppm; otherwise low-risk polymer
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Glycerin/Oxybutylene Copolymer Stearyl Ether safe in cosmetics?
Residual butylene oxide monomer is a concern (classified CMR Cat. 1B); supplier must provide residual monomer specification ≤1 ppm; otherwise low-risk polymer The EU classifies Glycerin/Oxybutylene Copolymer Stearyl Ether as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Glycerin/Oxybutylene Copolymer Stearyl Ether allowed in the EU?
Glycerin/Oxybutylene Copolymer Stearyl Ether EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Glycerin/Oxybutylene Copolymer Stearyl Ether do in cosmetics?
Glycerin/Oxybutylene Copolymer Stearyl Ether functions as: Skin conditioning — emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (polymer).
What is the Margin of Safety for Glycerin/Oxybutylene Copolymer Stearyl Ether?
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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