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Expert Verdict
EU 2023/2055 microplastics ban restricts PET glitter and microbeads with staggered phase-out timelines; rinse-off products with microbeads already prohibited; leave-on products face upcoming deadlines. Environmental persistence and antimony catalyst residues on certificate of analysis should be verified.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Polyethylene Terephthalate safe in cosmetics?
EU 2023/2055 microplastics ban restricts PET glitter and microbeads with staggered phase-out timelines; rinse-off products with microbeads already prohibited; leave-on products face upcoming deadlines. Environmental persistence and antimony catalyst residues on certificate of analysis should be verified. The EU classifies Polyethylene Terephthalate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Polyethylene Terephthalate allowed in the EU?
Polyethylene Terephthalate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Polyethylene Terephthalate do in cosmetics?
Polyethylene Terephthalate functions as: Adhesive, Film former, Hair fixative, Viscosity-increasing agent (nonaqueous). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 25038-59-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for Polyethylene Terephthalate?
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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