Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
SCCS flagged PEG/PPG-17/6 copolymer for further study; assessor should confirm whether this concern extends to 38/8 ratio. 1,4-Dioxane impurity control required. Read-across from poloxamer class required for CPSR.
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PEG/PPG-38/8 Copolymer safe in cosmetics?
SCCS flagged PEG/PPG-17/6 copolymer for further study; assessor should confirm whether this concern extends to 38/8 ratio. 1,4-Dioxane impurity control required. Read-across from poloxamer class required for CPSR. The EU classifies PEG/PPG-38/8 Copolymer as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is PEG/PPG-38/8 Copolymer allowed in the EU?
PEG/PPG-38/8 Copolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does PEG/PPG-38/8 Copolymer do in cosmetics?
PEG/PPG-38/8 Copolymer functions as: Surfactant, solubilizer, viscosity controlling agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9003-11-6 (polyoxyethylene-polyoxypropylene block copolymer / poloxamer class).
What is the Margin of Safety for PEG/PPG-38/8 Copolymer?
not established 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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