Lauryl PEG-10 Methyl Ether Dimethicone
INCI: LAURYL PEG-10 METHYL ETHER DIMETHICONE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
No specific safety alerts. As a PEG-modified silicone, standard PEG-related considerations apply (potential for trace ethylene oxide/1,4-dioxane impurities in poorly purified grades). Silicone-PEG hybrid with a lauryl chain and methyl ether modification; average 10 mol EO. Combines the sensory benefits of dimethicone with aqueous cleansing capability
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lauryl PEG-10 Methyl Ether Dimethicone safe in cosmetics?
No specific safety alerts. As a PEG-modified silicone, standard PEG-related considerations apply (potential for trace ethylene oxide/1,4-dioxane impurities in poorly purified grades). Silicone-PEG hybrid with a lauryl chain and methyl ether modification; average 10 mol EO. Combines the sensory benefits of dimethicone with aqueous cleansing capability The EU classifies Lauryl PEG-10 Methyl Ether Dimethicone as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Lauryl PEG-10 Methyl Ether Dimethicone allowed in the EU?
Lauryl PEG-10 Methyl Ether Dimethicone EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Lauryl PEG-10 Methyl Ether Dimethicone do in cosmetics?
Lauryl PEG-10 Methyl Ether Dimethicone functions as: Surfactant - cleansing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (CosIng Ref No: 57049).
What is the Margin of Safety for Lauryl PEG-10 Methyl Ether Dimethicone?
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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