Excellent Cosmetic Ingredient NOAEL Data GHS Classified

PEG-7M

CAS Number
25322-68-3
Function
Binding, emulsion stabilising, viscosity controlling (aqueous thickener), fragrance functional
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes CIR: Safe in present practices of use and concentration (Amended PEG Safety Assessment, 2010 — explicitly includes PEG-7M)

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Safety Data

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

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Toxicological Studies

10 study endpoints found for PEG-7M. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.

Endpoint Value Route Species Study Type Source
NOAEL 1690 mg/kg bw/day oral rat Chronic COSMOS_DB
NOAEL 2000 mg/kg bw/day oral rat Chronic COSMOS_DB
NOAEL 1820 mg/kg bw/day oral dog Chronic COSMOS_DB
NOAEL 1600 mg/kg bw/day oral rat Subchronic COSMOS_DB
NOAEL 4050 mg/kg bw/day oral rat Subchronic COSMOS_DB
NOAEL 230 mg/kg bw/day oral rat Subchronic COSMOS_DB
NOAEL 7500 mg/kg bw/day oral rat Subchronic COSMOS_DB
NOAEL 10900 mg/kg bw/day oral rat Subchronic COSMOS_DB
NOAEL 1128 mg/kg bw/day oral rat Subchronic COSMOS_DB
NOAEL 25000 mg/kg bw/day oral mouse Short Term Toxicity COSMOS_DB

GHS Hazard Classification

Globally Harmonized System classification per ECHA C&L inventory and ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Cards.

Expert Verdict

PEG-7M is safe at current use levels; note potential 1,4-dioxane/ethylene oxide residues and apply inhalation precautions if used in spray products.

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Concern Level: None

Regulatory Flags

peg-ingredient fragrance-component eu_children_restricted epa_safer_alternative ifra_fragrance fda_food_additive

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PEG-7M safe in cosmetics?

PEG-7M is safe at current use levels; note potential 1,4-dioxane/ethylene oxide residues and apply inhalation precautions if used in spray products. The EU classifies PEG-7M as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT. 10 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.

Is PEG-7M allowed in the EU?

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

What does PEG-7M do in cosmetics?

PEG-7M functions as: Binding, emulsion stabilising, viscosity controlling (aqueous thickener), fragrance functional. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 25322-68-3.

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

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.

What is the NOAEL for PEG-7M?

The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for PEG-7M is 1690 mg/kg bw/day based on a Chronic study via oral route in rat. A total of 10 study endpoints are available. Source: COSMOS_DB.

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