PPG-16 Glyceryl Ether

INCI: PPG-16 GLYCERYL ETHER

CAS Number
25791-96-2
Function
Surfactant — cleansing; surfactant — emulsifying
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; FDA UNII assigned (QQQ033305K)

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Limited independent toxicological data with no dedicated CIR monograph. Safety supported primarily by class-level read-across. Formulators should confirm purity specifications with supplier.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PPG-16 Glyceryl Ether safe in cosmetics?

Limited independent toxicological data with no dedicated CIR monograph. Safety supported primarily by class-level read-across. Formulators should confirm purity specifications with supplier. The EU classifies PPG-16 Glyceryl Ether as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is PPG-16 Glyceryl Ether allowed in the EU?

PPG-16 Glyceryl Ether EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does PPG-16 Glyceryl Ether do in cosmetics?

PPG-16 Glyceryl Ether functions as: Surfactant — cleansing; surfactant — emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 25791-96-2.

What is the Margin of Safety for PPG-16 Glyceryl Ether?

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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