PEG-5 Glyceryl Triisostearate

INCI: PEG-5 GLYCERYL TRIISOSTEARATE

CAS Number
Not individually assigned
Function
Skin conditioning — emollient; surfactant — emulsifying agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Covered under CIR 2020 PEGylated alkyl glycerides group assessment — safe when formulated to be nonirritating

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Monitor for 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residues. Branched isostearate chains provide good oxidative stability compared to unsaturated counterparts.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

peg-ingredient

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PEG-5 Glyceryl Triisostearate safe in cosmetics?

Monitor for 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residues. Branched isostearate chains provide good oxidative stability compared to unsaturated counterparts. The EU classifies PEG-5 Glyceryl Triisostearate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is PEG-5 Glyceryl Triisostearate allowed in the EU?

PEG-5 Glyceryl Triisostearate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does PEG-5 Glyceryl Triisostearate do in cosmetics?

PEG-5 Glyceryl Triisostearate functions as: Skin conditioning — emollient; surfactant — emulsifying agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for PEG-5 Glyceryl Triisostearate?

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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