Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Emulsifying surfactant combining ceteareth and oleate functionalities; limited standalone safety data but class is well-established as safe.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is PEG-5 Ceteareth-5 Dioleate safe in cosmetics?
Emulsifying surfactant combining ceteareth and oleate functionalities; limited standalone safety data but class is well-established as safe. The EU classifies PEG-5 Ceteareth-5 Dioleate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is PEG-5 Ceteareth-5 Dioleate allowed in the EU?
PEG-5 Ceteareth-5 Dioleate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does PEG-5 Ceteareth-5 Dioleate do in cosmetics?
PEG-5 Ceteareth-5 Dioleate functions as: Emulsifying, Surfactant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database.
What is the Margin of Safety for PEG-5 Ceteareth-5 Dioleate?
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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