PEG/PPG-4/2 Propylheptyl Ether

INCI: PEG/PPG-4/2 PROPYLHEPTYL ETHER

CAS Number
Not individually assigned; covered under CIR alkyl PEG/PPG ethers class
Function
Surfactant, emulsifying agent, skin conditioning agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes CIR-assessed โ€” safe in present practices of use and concentration when formulated to be non-irritating (part of 131-ingredient alkyl PEG/PPG ether review)

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

1,4-Dioxane impurity control required. Low EO/PO ratio (4/2) provides lipophilic character suitable for solubilizing oily actives. Safety assessment based on analogue and read-across data from alkyl PEG/PPG ether class.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

peg-ingredient

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PEG/PPG-4/2 Propylheptyl Ether safe in cosmetics?

1,4-Dioxane impurity control required. Low EO/PO ratio (4/2) provides lipophilic character suitable for solubilizing oily actives. Safety assessment based on analogue and read-across data from alkyl PEG/PPG ether class. The EU classifies PEG/PPG-4/2 Propylheptyl Ether as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is PEG/PPG-4/2 Propylheptyl Ether allowed in the EU?

PEG/PPG-4/2 Propylheptyl Ether EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does PEG/PPG-4/2 Propylheptyl Ether do in cosmetics?

PEG/PPG-4/2 Propylheptyl Ether functions as: Surfactant, emulsifying agent, skin conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned; covered under CIR alkyl PEG/PPG ethers class.

What is the Margin of Safety for PEG/PPG-4/2 Propylheptyl Ether?

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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