PEG-8 Dimethicone/Polysorbate 20 Crosspolymer

INCI: PEG-8 DIMETHICONE/POLYSORBATE 20 CROSSPOLYMER

CAS Number
Not assigned (crosslinked polymer)
Function
Emulsion stabilising
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes No standalone CIR review; CIR reviewed PEG-8 dimethicone (safe) and polysorbate 20 (safe); read-across applies

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Crosspolymer with negligible absorption; however, 1,4-dioxane from ethoxylation and D4/D5 traces present. CPSR assessors may request supplier SDS and toxicological justification.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

peg-ingredient

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PEG-8 Dimethicone/Polysorbate 20 Crosspolymer safe in cosmetics?

Crosspolymer with negligible absorption; however, 1,4-dioxane from ethoxylation and D4/D5 traces present. CPSR assessors may request supplier SDS and toxicological justification. The EU classifies PEG-8 Dimethicone/Polysorbate 20 Crosspolymer as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is PEG-8 Dimethicone/Polysorbate 20 Crosspolymer allowed in the EU?

PEG-8 Dimethicone/Polysorbate 20 Crosspolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does PEG-8 Dimethicone/Polysorbate 20 Crosspolymer do in cosmetics?

PEG-8 Dimethicone/Polysorbate 20 Crosspolymer functions as: Emulsion stabilising. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (crosslinked polymer).

What is the Margin of Safety for PEG-8 Dimethicone/Polysorbate 20 Crosspolymer?

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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