Potassium PEG-50 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Succinate
INCI: POTASSIUM PEG-50 HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL SUCCINATE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
CIR Expert Panel determined safety when formulated to be non-irritating; irritation testing required at final product level. PEG ingredient carries potential 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residuals from ethoxylation; supplier CoA verification recommended. Succinic acid ester linkage is hydrolytically stable under normal conditions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Potassium PEG-50 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Succinate safe in cosmetics?
CIR Expert Panel determined safety when formulated to be non-irritating; irritation testing required at final product level. PEG ingredient carries potential 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residuals from ethoxylation; supplier CoA verification recommended. Succinic acid ester linkage is hydrolytically stable under normal conditions. The EU classifies Potassium PEG-50 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Succinate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Potassium PEG-50 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Succinate allowed in the EU?
Potassium PEG-50 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Succinate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Potassium PEG-50 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Succinate do in cosmetics?
Potassium PEG-50 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Succinate functions as: Surfactant (solubilizer/emulsifier). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned (complex polymer/ester).
What is the Margin of Safety for Potassium PEG-50 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Succinate?
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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