PEG/PPG-40/12 Butylene Glycol Copolymer
INCI: PEG/PPG-40/12 BUTYLENE GLYCOL COPOLYMER
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
No CIR or SCCS assessment identified; CPSR assessor must obtain supplier tox dossier or build read-across justification. 1,4-Dioxane control required. Butylene glycol moiety is well-tolerated but verify purity. High EO content increases hydrophilicity and potential for 1,4-dioxane formation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is PEG/PPG-40/12 Butylene Glycol Copolymer safe in cosmetics?
No CIR or SCCS assessment identified; CPSR assessor must obtain supplier tox dossier or build read-across justification. 1,4-Dioxane control required. Butylene glycol moiety is well-tolerated but verify purity. High EO content increases hydrophilicity and potential for 1,4-dioxane formation. The EU classifies PEG/PPG-40/12 Butylene Glycol Copolymer as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is PEG/PPG-40/12 Butylene Glycol Copolymer allowed in the EU?
PEG/PPG-40/12 Butylene Glycol Copolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does PEG/PPG-40/12 Butylene Glycol Copolymer do in cosmetics?
PEG/PPG-40/12 Butylene Glycol Copolymer functions as: Viscosity controlling agent, solubilizer. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned.
What is the Margin of Safety for PEG/PPG-40/12 Butylene Glycol 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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