Is PEG-3 Beeswax safe in cosmetics?
PEG-3 Beeswax has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
PEG-3 Beeswax
INCI: PEG-3 BEESWAX
PEG-3 Beeswax (CAS 977064-57-5) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Emulsifying, Stabilizing, Skin conditioning. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Emulsifying, Stabilizing, Skin conditioning
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Ethoxylated beeswax derivative; non-irritating and non-sensitizing at cosmetic grades; trace 1,4-dioxane controlled via purification; covered under general PEG safety data
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for PEG-3 Beeswax.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for PEG-3 Beeswax.
Regulatory Flags
peg-compound
ethoxylated
beeswax-derived
animal-derived
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PEG-3 Beeswax allowed in the EU?
PEG-3 Beeswax EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does PEG-3 Beeswax do in cosmetics?
PEG-3 Beeswax functions as: Emulsifying, Stabilizing, Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 977064-57-5.
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