Good Cosmetic Ingredient NOAEL Data GHS Classified

PEG-90M

CAS Number
25322-68-3
Function
Viscosity controlling agent, binder, film former, emulsion stabilizer
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes CIR-reviewed: safe in cosmetics in present practices of use; not FDA-restricted

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
none

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Toxicological Studies

10 study endpoints found for PEG-90M. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.

Endpoint Value Route Species Study Type Source
NOAEL 1690 mg/kg bw/day oral rat Chronic COSMOS_DB
NOAEL 2000 mg/kg bw/day oral rat Chronic COSMOS_DB
NOAEL 1820 mg/kg bw/day oral dog Chronic COSMOS_DB
NOAEL 1600 mg/kg bw/day oral rat Subchronic COSMOS_DB
NOAEL 4050 mg/kg bw/day oral rat Subchronic COSMOS_DB
NOAEL 230 mg/kg bw/day oral rat Subchronic COSMOS_DB
NOAEL 7500 mg/kg bw/day oral rat Subchronic COSMOS_DB
NOAEL 10900 mg/kg bw/day oral rat Subchronic COSMOS_DB
NOAEL 1128 mg/kg bw/day oral rat Subchronic COSMOS_DB
NOAEL 25000 mg/kg bw/day oral mouse Short Term Toxicity COSMOS_DB

GHS Hazard Classification

Globally Harmonized System classification per ECHA C&L inventory and ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Cards.

Expert Verdict

1,4-Dioxane residual (ethoxylation byproduct) must be controlled via purification; do not apply to severely damaged skin (2nd/3rd degree burns).

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

peg-ingredient eu_children_restricted epa_safer_alternative ifra_fragrance fda_food_additive

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PEG-90M safe in cosmetics?

1,4-Dioxane residual (ethoxylation byproduct) must be controlled via purification; do not apply to severely damaged skin (2nd/3rd degree burns). The EU classifies PEG-90M as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD. 10 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.

Is PEG-90M allowed in the EU?

PEG-90M EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does PEG-90M do in cosmetics?

PEG-90M functions as: Viscosity controlling agent, binder, film former, emulsion stabilizer. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 25322-68-3.

What is the Margin of Safety for PEG-90M?

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.

What is the NOAEL for PEG-90M?

The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for PEG-90M is 1690 mg/kg bw/day based on a Chronic study via oral route in rat. A total of 10 study endpoints are available. Source: COSMOS_DB.

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