PEG-9 Cocoglycerides

INCI: PEG-9 COCOGLYCERIDES

CAS Number
67762-35-0
Function
Skin conditioning agent—emollient; surfactant—emulsifying agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not restricted by FDA; CIR concluded safe in current practices when formulated to be nonirritating

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Must be formulated to be nonirritating; 1,4-dioxane impurity control recommended; previous CIR limit of ≤10% in leave-on products remains prudent.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

peg-ingredient

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PEG-9 Cocoglycerides safe in cosmetics?

Must be formulated to be nonirritating; 1,4-dioxane impurity control recommended; previous CIR limit of ≤10% in leave-on products remains prudent. The EU classifies PEG-9 Cocoglycerides as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is PEG-9 Cocoglycerides allowed in the EU?

PEG-9 Cocoglycerides EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does PEG-9 Cocoglycerides do in cosmetics?

PEG-9 Cocoglycerides functions as: Skin conditioning agent—emollient; surfactant—emulsifying agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 67762-35-0.

What is the Margin of Safety for PEG-9 Cocoglycerides?

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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