Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Quaternary ammonium surfactant with potential irritant effects at higher concentrations; may trigger preservative classification under EU Reg. 1223/2009 if used with antimicrobial intent; ethoxylation process may introduce 1,4-dioxane residuals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is PEG-10 Coco-Benzonium Chloride safe in cosmetics?
Quaternary ammonium surfactant with potential irritant effects at higher concentrations; may trigger preservative classification under EU Reg. 1223/2009 if used with antimicrobial intent; ethoxylation process may introduce 1,4-dioxane residuals. The EU classifies PEG-10 Coco-Benzonium Chloride as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is PEG-10 Coco-Benzonium Chloride allowed in the EU?
PEG-10 Coco-Benzonium Chloride EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does PEG-10 Coco-Benzonium Chloride do in cosmetics?
PEG-10 Coco-Benzonium Chloride functions as: Antistatic agent; surfactant — cleansing agent (cationic quaternary ammonium compound). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned.
What is the Margin of Safety for PEG-10 Coco-Benzonium Chloride?
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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