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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Contains potential 1,4-dioxane residuals and cyclic siloxane impurities (D4/D5); D4 is SVHC under EU REACH restricted to <0.1% w/w in wash-off products; ocular irritation decreases with increasing molecular weight.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is PEG-8 Methicone safe in cosmetics?
Contains potential 1,4-dioxane residuals and cyclic siloxane impurities (D4/D5); D4 is SVHC under EU REACH restricted to <0.1% w/w in wash-off products; ocular irritation decreases with increasing molecular weight. The EU classifies PEG-8 Methicone as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is PEG-8 Methicone allowed in the EU?
PEG-8 Methicone EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does PEG-8 Methicone do in cosmetics?
PEG-8 Methicone functions as: Hair Conditioning; Skin Conditioning; Emulsifier. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not a single CAS (silicone-PEG copolymer class).
What is the Margin of Safety for PEG-8 Methicone?
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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