PEG-9 Glyceryl Laurate

INCI: PEG-9 GLYCERYL LAURATE

CAS Number
Not uniquely assigned (falls under PEGylated alkyl glycerides/PEG glyceryl cocoates family)
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: safe in current practices when formulated to be nonirritating (2020 assessment supersedes 1999 ≤10% leave-on limit)

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Must be formulated to be nonirritating; 1,4-dioxane control; lauric acid component has mild antimicrobial activity—may alter skin microbiome at higher concentrations

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

peg-ingredient

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PEG-9 Glyceryl Laurate safe in cosmetics?

Must be formulated to be nonirritating; 1,4-dioxane control; lauric acid component has mild antimicrobial activity—may alter skin microbiome at higher concentrations The EU classifies PEG-9 Glyceryl Laurate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is PEG-9 Glyceryl Laurate allowed in the EU?

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

What does PEG-9 Glyceryl Laurate do in cosmetics?

PEG-9 Glyceryl Laurate functions as: Skin conditioning agent—emollient; surfactant—emulsifying agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not uniquely assigned (falls under PEGylated alkyl glycerides/PEG glyceryl cocoates family).

What is the Margin of Safety for PEG-9 Glyceryl Laurate?

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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