Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Classified very doubtful by independent cosmetic databases; PEI polymers carry inherent cytotoxicity concerns at high molecular weight; limited published toxicological dossier; potential 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residues from ethoxylation
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hydroxyethyl PEI-1000 safe in cosmetics?
Classified very doubtful by independent cosmetic databases; PEI polymers carry inherent cytotoxicity concerns at high molecular weight; limited published toxicological dossier; potential 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residues from ethoxylation The EU classifies Hydroxyethyl PEI-1000 as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Hydroxyethyl PEI-1000 allowed in the EU?
Hydroxyethyl PEI-1000 EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Hydroxyethyl PEI-1000 do in cosmetics?
Hydroxyethyl PEI-1000 functions as: Solvent, viscosity controlling agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned (parent PEI: 9002-98-6).
What is the Margin of Safety for Hydroxyethyl PEI-1000?
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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