PEG-3 Lanolate

INCI: PEG-3 LANOLATE

CAS Number
61790-81-6 (polyethylene glycol ester of lanolic acids)
Function
Surfactant – emulsifying agent; skin conditioning
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes CIR reviewed (Polyether Lanolins group) — safe in present practices of use and concentration

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

1,4-Dioxane potential impurity from ethoxylation; lanolin-allergic individuals may cross-react.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

peg-ingredient

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PEG-3 Lanolate safe in cosmetics?

1,4-Dioxane potential impurity from ethoxylation; lanolin-allergic individuals may cross-react. The EU classifies PEG-3 Lanolate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is PEG-3 Lanolate allowed in the EU?

PEG-3 Lanolate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does PEG-3 Lanolate do in cosmetics?

PEG-3 Lanolate functions as: Surfactant – emulsifying agent; skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 61790-81-6 (polyethylene glycol ester of lanolic acids).

What is the Margin of Safety for PEG-3 Lanolate?

adequate 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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