PEG‑75 Cocoa Butter Glycerides

INCI: PEG-75 COCOA BUTTER GLYCERIDES

CAS Number
61790‑81‑6 (generic)
Function
Emollient, skin-conditioning agent, surfactant-emulsifying and solubilizing agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted as cosmetic ingredient; CIR-type PEG-alkyl glycerides (including cocoa-based) are considered safe at typical use levels.

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

PEG-glyceride that may act as penetration enhancer; monitor for ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane residues; avoid use in compromised skin and may increase comedogenicity if combined with heavy butters.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

peg-ingredient

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PEG‑75 Cocoa Butter Glycerides safe in cosmetics?

PEG-glyceride that may act as penetration enhancer; monitor for ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane residues; avoid use in compromised skin and may increase comedogenicity if combined with heavy butters. The EU classifies PEG‑75 Cocoa Butter Glycerides as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is PEG‑75 Cocoa Butter Glycerides allowed in the EU?

PEG‑75 Cocoa Butter Glycerides EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does PEG‑75 Cocoa Butter Glycerides do in cosmetics?

PEG‑75 Cocoa Butter Glycerides functions as: Emollient, skin-conditioning agent, surfactant-emulsifying and solubilizing agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 61790‑81‑6 (generic).

What is the Margin of Safety for PEG‑75 Cocoa Butter Glycerides?

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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