Methoxy PEG-100/Polyepsilon Caprolactone
INCI: METHOXY PEG-100/POLYEPSILON CAPROLACTONE (NOTE: A RELATED COSING ENTRY IS METHOXY PEG-100/POLYEPSILON CAPROLACTONE PALMITATE, REF 89425).
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Similar to #9 - biodegradable copolymer with low irritation potential. PEG-related impurity concerns apply. Polycaprolactone is FDA-approved for medical device use, supporting its biocompatibility profile.. Diblock copolymer architecture (hydrophilic PEG block + hydrophobic polycaprolactone block) enables self-assembly into nanocarriers; widely studied in pharmaceutical and cosmetic delivery for encapsulation of actives; biodegradable and biocompatible.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methoxy PEG-100/Polyepsilon Caprolactone safe in cosmetics?
Similar to #9 - biodegradable copolymer with low irritation potential. PEG-related impurity concerns apply. Polycaprolactone is FDA-approved for medical device use, supporting its biocompatibility profile.. Diblock copolymer architecture (hydrophilic PEG block + hydrophobic polycaprolactone block) enables self-assembly into nanocarriers; widely studied in pharmaceutical and cosmetic delivery for encapsulation of actives; biodegradable and biocompatible. The EU classifies Methoxy PEG-100/Polyepsilon Caprolactone as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Methoxy PEG-100/Polyepsilon Caprolactone allowed in the EU?
Methoxy PEG-100/Polyepsilon Caprolactone EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methoxy PEG-100/Polyepsilon Caprolactone do in cosmetics?
Methoxy PEG-100/Polyepsilon Caprolactone functions as: Film forming, skin conditioning, emulsifying. Amphiphilic diblock copolymer.. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Many cosmetic polymers and copolymers (especially silsesquioxanes and PEG-caprolactone block copolymers) do not have registered CAS numbers - they are identified by INCI name and COSING reference instead..
What is the Margin of Safety for Methoxy PEG-100/Polyepsilon Caprolactone?
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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