Good Emulsifier

PEG-8 Beeswax

INCI: PEG-8 BEESWAX

Function
Surfactant, emulsifying, self-emulsifying wax
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes FDA VCRP listed. FDA NDC Directory: inactive ingredient in OTC products.

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

No standalone CIR report; safety supported by read-across from PEG class and related Sorbitan Beeswax CIR. Low irritation, non-sensitizing, no genotoxicity concerns.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PEG-8 Beeswax safe in cosmetics?

No standalone CIR report; safety supported by read-across from PEG class and related Sorbitan Beeswax CIR. Low irritation, non-sensitizing, no genotoxicity concerns. The EU classifies PEG-8 Beeswax as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is PEG-8 Beeswax allowed in the EU?

PEG-8 Beeswax EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does PEG-8 Beeswax do in cosmetics?

PEG-8 Beeswax functions as: Surfactant, emulsifying, self-emulsifying wax. It is classified as a Emulsifier in our database.

What is the Margin of Safety for PEG-8 Beeswax?

not established 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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