PEG-8 Distearmonium Chloride PG-Dimethicone
INCI: PEG-8 DISTEARMONIUM CHLORIDE PG-DIMETHICONE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Cationic charge presents potential eye irritation risk at high concentrations; 1,4-dioxane residues possible from PEG moiety; limited standalone toxicological data available.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is PEG-8 Distearmonium Chloride PG-Dimethicone safe in cosmetics?
Cationic charge presents potential eye irritation risk at high concentrations; 1,4-dioxane residues possible from PEG moiety; limited standalone toxicological data available. The EU classifies PEG-8 Distearmonium Chloride PG-Dimethicone as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is PEG-8 Distearmonium Chloride PG-Dimethicone allowed in the EU?
PEG-8 Distearmonium Chloride PG-Dimethicone EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does PEG-8 Distearmonium Chloride PG-Dimethicone do in cosmetics?
PEG-8 Distearmonium Chloride PG-Dimethicone functions as: Hair conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned as single entity (proprietary silicone quaternary polymer).
What is the Margin of Safety for PEG-8 Distearmonium Chloride PG-Dimethicone?
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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