Magnesium PEG-3 Cocamide Sulfate

INCI: MAGNESIUM PEG-3 COCAMIDE SULFATE

CAS Number
Not uniquely assigned (complex ethoxylated cocamide sulfate, Mg salt)
Function
Surfactant, cleansing agent, foaming agent
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” no specific CFR restriction; limited CIR data

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

1,4-Dioxane residual from ethoxylation must be verified below 10 ppm; PEG-containing surfactant requires control of ethylene oxide residues; DEA-free cocamide preferred to avoid nitrosamine contamination; formulate to ensure non-irritating concentration.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

peg-ingredient

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Magnesium PEG-3 Cocamide Sulfate safe in cosmetics?

1,4-Dioxane residual from ethoxylation must be verified below 10 ppm; PEG-containing surfactant requires control of ethylene oxide residues; DEA-free cocamide preferred to avoid nitrosamine contamination; formulate to ensure non-irritating concentration. The EU classifies Magnesium PEG-3 Cocamide Sulfate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Magnesium PEG-3 Cocamide Sulfate allowed in the EU?

Magnesium PEG-3 Cocamide Sulfate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Magnesium PEG-3 Cocamide Sulfate do in cosmetics?

Magnesium PEG-3 Cocamide Sulfate functions as: Surfactant, cleansing agent, foaming agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not uniquely assigned (complex ethoxylated cocamide sulfate, Mg salt).

What is the Margin of Safety for Magnesium PEG-3 Cocamide Sulfate?

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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