PEG/PPG-50/20 Tocopheryl Ether

INCI: PEG/PPG-50/20 TOCOPHERYL ETHER

CAS Number
Not specifically assigned (polymeric; covered under generic PEG/PPG ether CAS ranges)
Function
Anticaking, antioxidant, skin conditioning, surfactant–cleansing, surfactant–emulsifying, UV absorber
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted cosmetic ingredient; no FDA restriction. Subject to MoCRA general safety requirements

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Potential residual 1,4-dioxane, ethylene oxide, and propylene oxide from manufacture; tocopheryl moiety generally regarded as safe

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

peg-ingredient

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PEG/PPG-50/20 Tocopheryl Ether safe in cosmetics?

Potential residual 1,4-dioxane, ethylene oxide, and propylene oxide from manufacture; tocopheryl moiety generally regarded as safe The EU classifies PEG/PPG-50/20 Tocopheryl Ether as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is PEG/PPG-50/20 Tocopheryl Ether allowed in the EU?

PEG/PPG-50/20 Tocopheryl Ether EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does PEG/PPG-50/20 Tocopheryl Ether do in cosmetics?

PEG/PPG-50/20 Tocopheryl Ether functions as: Anticaking, antioxidant, skin conditioning, surfactant–cleansing, surfactant–emulsifying, UV absorber. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned (polymeric; covered under generic PEG/PPG ether CAS ranges).

What is the Margin of Safety for PEG/PPG-50/20 Tocopheryl Ether?

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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