Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Potential penetration enhancer; 1,4-dioxane and EO/PO residual impurities must be below limits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is PEG/PPG-7/12 Dimethyl Ether safe in cosmetics?
Potential penetration enhancer; 1,4-dioxane and EO/PO residual impurities must be below limits The EU classifies PEG/PPG-7/12 Dimethyl Ether as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is PEG/PPG-7/12 Dimethyl Ether allowed in the EU?
PEG/PPG-7/12 Dimethyl Ether EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does PEG/PPG-7/12 Dimethyl Ether do in cosmetics?
PEG/PPG-7/12 Dimethyl Ether functions as: Skin-conditioning agent; surfactant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned (polymeric mixture).
What is the Margin of Safety for PEG/PPG-7/12 Dimethyl 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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