PEG-80 Hydrogenated Castor Oil

INCI: PEG-80 HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL

CAS Number
61788-85-0 (generic)
Function
Surfactant – solubilizing, emulsifying; thickener for aqueous systems
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes CIR-reviewed — PEG Hydrogenated Castor Oils safe up to 100%

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residuals present; avoid application on damaged skin.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

plant-oil peg-ingredient

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PEG-80 Hydrogenated Castor Oil safe in cosmetics?

1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residuals present; avoid application on damaged skin. The EU classifies PEG-80 Hydrogenated Castor Oil as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is PEG-80 Hydrogenated Castor Oil allowed in the EU?

PEG-80 Hydrogenated Castor Oil EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does PEG-80 Hydrogenated Castor Oil do in cosmetics?

PEG-80 Hydrogenated Castor Oil functions as: Surfactant – solubilizing, emulsifying; thickener for aqueous systems. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 61788-85-0 (generic).

What is the Margin of Safety for PEG-80 Hydrogenated Castor Oil?

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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