Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
1,4-Dioxane residues may be present; limited standalone toxicology data — CPSR assessor may request read-across justification from PEG ester and polyglyceryl ester component assessments.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is PEG-4 Polyglyceryl-2 Distearate safe in cosmetics?
1,4-Dioxane residues may be present; limited standalone toxicology data — CPSR assessor may request read-across justification from PEG ester and polyglyceryl ester component assessments. The EU classifies PEG-4 Polyglyceryl-2 Distearate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is PEG-4 Polyglyceryl-2 Distearate allowed in the EU?
PEG-4 Polyglyceryl-2 Distearate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does PEG-4 Polyglyceryl-2 Distearate do in cosmetics?
PEG-4 Polyglyceryl-2 Distearate functions as: Surfactant – Emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned as single CAS (complex mixed ester).
What is the Margin of Safety for PEG-4 Polyglyceryl-2 Distearate?
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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