Is PEG-23 Lauryl Ether safe in cosmetics?
PEG-23 Lauryl Ether has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted. 1 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
PEG-23 Lauryl Ether
Also known as: Ethoxylated C12-14 alcohols, Alcohols, C12-14(even numbered), ethoxylated, UNII-302740L8OX, UNII-93RY22U87E, UNII-G4H4YP2VNC (+4 more)
INCI: PEG-23 LAURYL ETHER
PEG-23 Lauryl Ether (CAS 68439-50-9) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Surfactant, Emulsifying, Solubilizing. NOAEL 100 mg/kg bw/day (cross-referenced against ToxValDB ECHA IUCLID); EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database. Same-CAS public records also appear in industrial chemical safety data.
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Auto-generated CPSR Part A draft with source citations
Cross-Vertical Regulatory Divergence
PEG-23 Lauryl Ether is classified GHS Danger (H302, H318, H319, H400, H410, H412) in the chemicals database but is allowed in EU cosmetics.
Source: Cosmetics: ingredients.eu_status; Chemicals: ghs_classifications.signal_word/hazard_statement_code
Function
Surfactant, Emulsifying, Solubilizing
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
CIR assessed safe when formulated non-irritating; Laureth-23 is the alternate INCI name; reproductive and mutagenicity data negative; trace 1,4-dioxane controlled
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for PEG-23 Lauryl Ether.
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Toxicological Studies
1 study endpoint found for PEG-23 Lauryl Ether. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.
| Endpoint | Value | Route | Species | Study Type | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOAEL | =200 mg/kg bw/day | oral | Rabbit | developmental | ToxValDB_ECHA_IUCLID |
Pre-Calculated Safety Assessment
Pre-calculated NOAEL → SED → MoS audit trail for PEG-23 Lauryl Ether across SCCS product categories, with measured dermal absorption where available.
ECHA REACH Registration
European Chemicals Agency REACH dossier and Substances of Very High Concern listing.
Registration Type
Full
Tonnage Band
100,000 - 1,000,000 tonnes
Substance Type
SUBSTANCE
SVHC Candidate
No
Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Cleaning agent
Dispersing agent
Emulsifier
Fragrance
Lubricating agent
Surfactant (surface active agent)
Wetting agent (non-aqueous)
Regulatory List Membership (2)
IFRA Fragrance Transparency List
EPA Safer Chemical Ingredients List (SCIL)
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for PEG-23 Lauryl Ether.
Regulatory Flags
peg-compound
ethoxylated
laureth
avoid-damaged-skin
epa_safer_alternative
ifra_fragrance
NOAEL Studies Summary
View details ->Public NOAEL study rows linked to PEG-23 Lauryl Ether by CAS number or substance name.
Studies
1
Lowest NOAEL
200 mg/kg bw/day
Highest NOAEL
200 mg/kg bw/day
ToxValDB_ECHA_IUCLID
Known Synonyms
Ethoxylated C12-14 alcohols
Alcohols, C12-14(even numbered), ethoxylated
UNII-302740L8OX
UNII-93RY22U87E
UNII-G4H4YP2VNC
UNII-M0LJS773XW
UNII-R66I1M1LNH
Genapol C 050
alcohols, C12C14, ethoxylated
Chemical Function
Surfactant (surface active agent)
Dispersing agent
Emulsifier
Fragrance
Regulatory Lists
Cleaning products and household care - oven - oven cleaner; Europe
Cleaning products and household care - oven - oven cleaner; Europe
IFRA Transparency
SCIL (9/2019)
inert_ingredient; non_food_use; Pesticides
fracking; water
Cleaning products and household care - laundry and fabric treatment - laundry detergent; Europe
Australian Status
AICIS status: listed
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PEG-23 Lauryl Ether allowed in the EU?
PEG-23 Lauryl Ether EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does PEG-23 Lauryl Ether do in cosmetics?
PEG-23 Lauryl Ether functions as: Surfactant, Emulsifying, Solubilizing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68439-50-9.
What is the NOAEL for PEG-23 Lauryl Ether?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for PEG-23 Lauryl Ether is =200 mg/kg bw/day based on a developmental study via oral route in Rabbit. Source: ToxValDB_ECHA_IUCLID.
Is PEG-23 Lauryl Ether used outside cosmetics?
PEG-23 Lauryl Ether also appears in industrial chemical safety data. The cross-vertical cards on this page render same-CAS public rows from the matched databases.
Does PEG-23 Lauryl Ether have different safety status in cosmetics vs industrial chemicals?
PEG-23 Lauryl Ether is classified GHS Danger (H302, H318, H319, H400, H410, H412) in the chemicals database but is allowed in EU cosmetics.
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