PEG-8 Cocoate

INCI: PEG-8 COCOATE

CAS Number
977055-01-8
Function
Surfactant – emulsifying; skin conditioning – emollient
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes FDA-permitted; listed as indirect food-contact substance (21 CFR 173.340, 176.170, 176.200); CIR reviewed PEG cocoate family — safe as used

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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 residues from ethoxylation; potential ethylene oxide traces require source control and quality testing.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

peg-ingredient

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PEG-8 Cocoate safe in cosmetics?

1,4-Dioxane residues from ethoxylation; potential ethylene oxide traces require source control and quality testing. The EU classifies PEG-8 Cocoate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is PEG-8 Cocoate allowed in the EU?

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

What does PEG-8 Cocoate do in cosmetics?

PEG-8 Cocoate functions as: Surfactant – emulsifying; skin conditioning – emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 977055-01-8.

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

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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