PEG-10 Cocamine

INCI: PEG-10 COCAMINE

CAS Number
61791-14-8 (generic)
Function
Surfactant, emulsifying agent, antistatic agent
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes CIR: Initially data insufficient (1999); re-reviewed 2015 โ€” safe when formulated to be non-irritating, with minimized hydroperoxide formation

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

1,4-dioxane potential impurity; nitrosamine formation risk from secondary amine with nitrosating agents; must control hydroperoxide formation; mild-moderate skin and eye irritant potential.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

peg-ingredient

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PEG-10 Cocamine safe in cosmetics?

1,4-dioxane potential impurity; nitrosamine formation risk from secondary amine with nitrosating agents; must control hydroperoxide formation; mild-moderate skin and eye irritant potential. The EU classifies PEG-10 Cocamine as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is PEG-10 Cocamine allowed in the EU?

PEG-10 Cocamine EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does PEG-10 Cocamine do in cosmetics?

PEG-10 Cocamine functions as: Surfactant, emulsifying agent, antistatic agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 61791-14-8 (generic).

What is the Margin of Safety for PEG-10 Cocamine?

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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