PEG-75 Distearate

INCI: PEG-75 DISTEARATE

CAS Number
9005-08-7 (generic PEG distearate)
Function
Surfactant – emulsifying agent; surfactant – solubilizing 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; original 1999 assessment concluded safe as used

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

1,4-Dioxane impurity and peroxide formation possible during storage (reported 1.92–1.97 µEq thiosulfate/g in PEG-150 distearate); limited current use per CIR.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

peg-ingredient

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PEG-75 Distearate safe in cosmetics?

1,4-Dioxane impurity and peroxide formation possible during storage (reported 1.92–1.97 µEq thiosulfate/g in PEG-150 distearate); limited current use per CIR. The EU classifies PEG-75 Distearate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is PEG-75 Distearate allowed in the EU?

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

What does PEG-75 Distearate do in cosmetics?

PEG-75 Distearate functions as: Surfactant – emulsifying agent; surfactant – solubilizing agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9005-08-7 (generic PEG distearate).

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

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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