PEG-75 Dilaurate

INCI: PEG-75 DILAURATE

CAS Number
9005-02-1 (generic PEG dilaurate)
Function
Surfactant – emulsifying agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes CIR reviewed (2015 Amended Report): safe when formulated to be non-irritating

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Contains 1,4-dioxane impurity risk; not reported to be in current use; do not use on damaged skin

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

peg-ingredient

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PEG-75 Dilaurate safe in cosmetics?

Contains 1,4-dioxane impurity risk; not reported to be in current use; do not use on damaged skin The EU classifies PEG-75 Dilaurate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is PEG-75 Dilaurate allowed in the EU?

PEG-75 Dilaurate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does PEG-75 Dilaurate do in cosmetics?

PEG-75 Dilaurate functions as: Surfactant – emulsifying agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9005-02-1 (generic PEG dilaurate).

What is the Margin of Safety for PEG-75 Dilaurate?

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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