Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Microplastic concern under EU environmental legislation; non-comedogenic; GHS not classified as hazardous
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Oxidized Polyethylene safe in cosmetics?
Microplastic concern under EU environmental legislation; non-comedogenic; GHS not classified as hazardous The EU classifies Oxidized Polyethylene as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Oxidized Polyethylene allowed in the EU?
Oxidized Polyethylene EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Oxidized Polyethylene do in cosmetics?
Oxidized Polyethylene functions as: Film forming, viscosity controlling, binding agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68441-17-8 [^1_1].
What is the Margin of Safety for Oxidized Polyethylene?
adequate 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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