PEG-7 Stearate

INCI: PEG-7 STEARATE

CAS Number
9004-99-3 (generic PEG stearate series)
Function
Surfactant – emulsifying agent; emollient; cleansing agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes CIR PEG Stearates report (2024 re-review) concluded PEG Stearates safe; PEG-7 not individually named but PEG-6 and PEG-8 Stearates both confirmed safe — read-across valid

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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 and EO residues present; PEG-7 not individually listed in CIR — document read-across justification from PEG-6 and PEG-8 Stearates in CPSR

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

peg-ingredient

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PEG-7 Stearate safe in cosmetics?

1,4-dioxane and EO residues present; PEG-7 not individually listed in CIR — document read-across justification from PEG-6 and PEG-8 Stearates in CPSR The EU classifies PEG-7 Stearate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is PEG-7 Stearate allowed in the EU?

PEG-7 Stearate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does PEG-7 Stearate do in cosmetics?

PEG-7 Stearate functions as: Surfactant – emulsifying agent; emollient; cleansing agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9004-99-3 (generic PEG stearate series).

What is the Margin of Safety for PEG-7 Stearate?

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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