PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate

INCI: PEG-120 METHYL GLUCOSE DIOLEATE

CAS Number
86893-19-8
Function
Surfactant, emulsifier, viscosity controlling (thickener), irritation reducer
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” FDA allowed; CIR-reviewed as safe for use in cosmetics

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residual impurities may be present from ethoxylation process; must meet EU limit of โ‰ค10 ppm 1,4-dioxane in finished product; do not use on broken or compromised skin

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

peg-ingredient eu_children_restricted

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate safe in cosmetics?

1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residual impurities may be present from ethoxylation process; must meet EU limit of โ‰ค10 ppm 1,4-dioxane in finished product; do not use on broken or compromised skin The EU classifies PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate allowed in the EU?

PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate do in cosmetics?

PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate functions as: Surfactant, emulsifier, viscosity controlling (thickener), irritation reducer. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 86893-19-8.

What is the Margin of Safety for PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate?

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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