Is PEG-15 DEDM Hydantoin Stearate safe in cosmetics?
PEG-15 DEDM Hydantoin Stearate has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: restricted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
PEG-15 DEDM Hydantoin Stearate
INCI: PEG-15 DEDM HYDANTOIN STEARATE
PEG-15 DEDM Hydantoin Stearate (CAS Not widely published) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Preservative and emulsifying agent with formaldehyde-donor hydantoin core and. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: restricted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Preservative and emulsifying agent with formaldehyde-donor hydantoin core and stearate emulsifier tail
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
restricted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
CIR assessment available; no standalone monograph; regulatory status based on combined safety logic of DMDM Hydantoin and PEG Stearates
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for PEG-15 DEDM Hydantoin Stearate.
Regulatory Flags
peg-ingredient
preservative
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PEG-15 DEDM Hydantoin Stearate allowed in the EU?
PEG-15 DEDM Hydantoin Stearate EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does PEG-15 DEDM Hydantoin Stearate do in cosmetics?
PEG-15 DEDM Hydantoin Stearate functions as: Preservative and emulsifying agent with formaldehyde-donor hydantoin core and stearate emulsifier tail. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not widely published.
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