PEG-8 Raspberriate

INCI: PEG-8 RASPBERRIATE

CAS Number
Not assigned — described as "Fatty acids, raspberry (Rubus idaeus) seed oil, ethoxylated (8 mol EO average molar ratio)"
Function
Surfactant – emulsifying
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not restricted by FDA; no individual CIR monograph; read-across from PEG fatty acid esters review

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Potential 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residuals present; relatively new and niche ingredient with limited independent toxicological data; CPSR assessor may require additional justification or supplier-provided safety documentation.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

peg-ingredient

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PEG-8 Raspberriate safe in cosmetics?

Potential 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residuals present; relatively new and niche ingredient with limited independent toxicological data; CPSR assessor may require additional justification or supplier-provided safety documentation. The EU classifies PEG-8 Raspberriate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is PEG-8 Raspberriate allowed in the EU?

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

What does PEG-8 Raspberriate do in cosmetics?

PEG-8 Raspberriate functions as: Surfactant – emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned — described as "Fatty acids, raspberry (Rubus idaeus) seed oil, ethoxylated (8 mol EO average molar ratio)".

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

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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