Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Animal/synthetic origin noted — verify sourcing for regulatory claims. Typical use level 1–5% (up to 15% reported). No ethoxylation = no 1,4-dioxane concern. Test for residual propylene oxide only.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is PPG-11 Stearyl Ether safe in cosmetics?
Animal/synthetic origin noted — verify sourcing for regulatory claims. Typical use level 1–5% (up to 15% reported). No ethoxylation = no 1,4-dioxane concern. Test for residual propylene oxide only. The EU classifies PPG-11 Stearyl Ether as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is PPG-11 Stearyl Ether allowed in the EU?
PPG-11 Stearyl Ether EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does PPG-11 Stearyl Ether do in cosmetics?
PPG-11 Stearyl Ether functions as: Skin conditioning — emollient, emulsifier, solubilizer, wetting agent, coupling agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 25231-21-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for PPG-11 Stearyl 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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