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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Standard PEG ethoxylation impurity risks; ascorbic acid moiety is inherently safe but can oxidize - the high-MW PEG chain (113 EO units) is intended to improve stability. A PEGylated vitamin C derivative; the very long PEG chain (MW ~5,000 g/mol) enhances water solubility and reduces the instability typical of free ascorbic acid while delivering antioxidant and collagen-synthesis benefits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methoxy PEG-113 Ascorbic Acid safe in cosmetics?
Standard PEG ethoxylation impurity risks; ascorbic acid moiety is inherently safe but can oxidize - the high-MW PEG chain (113 EO units) is intended to improve stability. A PEGylated vitamin C derivative; the very long PEG chain (MW ~5,000 g/mol) enhances water solubility and reduces the instability typical of free ascorbic acid while delivering antioxidant and collagen-synthesis benefits The EU classifies Methoxy PEG-113 Ascorbic Acid as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Methoxy PEG-113 Ascorbic Acid allowed in the EU?
Methoxy PEG-113 Ascorbic Acid EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methoxy PEG-113 Ascorbic Acid do in cosmetics?
Methoxy PEG-113 Ascorbic Acid functions as: Antioxidant, humectant, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly assigned/available.
What is the Margin of Safety for Methoxy PEG-113 Ascorbic Acid?
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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