PPG-1-Ceteth-5

INCI: PPG-1-CETETH-5

CAS Number
9087-53-0 / 37311-01-6
Function
Skin conditioning, surfactant–cleansing, fragrance functional
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status restricted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not restricted; CIR-reviewed as safe in current use practices

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Potential 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residuals from ethoxylation; must be controlled to acceptable limits

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

fragrance-component

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PPG-1-Ceteth-5 safe in cosmetics?

Potential 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residuals from ethoxylation; must be controlled to acceptable limits The EU classifies PPG-1-Ceteth-5 as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is PPG-1-Ceteth-5 allowed in the EU?

PPG-1-Ceteth-5 EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does PPG-1-Ceteth-5 do in cosmetics?

PPG-1-Ceteth-5 functions as: Skin conditioning, surfactant–cleansing, fragrance functional. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9087-53-0 / 37311-01-6.

What is the Margin of Safety for PPG-1-Ceteth-5?

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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