PEG/PPG-8/26 Dimethicone

INCI: PEG/PPG-8/26 DIMETHICONE

CAS Number
Not individually assigned
Function
Skin-conditioning agent (emollient); surfactant - emulsifying agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes CIR: Assessed within Polyoxyalkylene Siloxane Copolymers group โ€” safe as used

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
high

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Expert Verdict

Allyl alcohol ethoxylate impurity concern noted; no individual dermal penetration or sensitization data in CIR profile.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen peg-ingredient

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PEG/PPG-8/26 Dimethicone safe in cosmetics?

Allyl alcohol ethoxylate impurity concern noted; no individual dermal penetration or sensitization data in CIR profile. The EU classifies PEG/PPG-8/26 Dimethicone as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is PEG/PPG-8/26 Dimethicone allowed in the EU?

PEG/PPG-8/26 Dimethicone EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does PEG/PPG-8/26 Dimethicone do in cosmetics?

PEG/PPG-8/26 Dimethicone functions as: Skin-conditioning agent (emollient); surfactant - emulsifying agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for PEG/PPG-8/26 Dimethicone?

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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