Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Not genotoxic, not a reproductive/developmental toxicant per CIR PPG methyl ether assessment; limited ingredient-specific data available.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PPG-17 Dimethyl Ether safe in cosmetics?
Not genotoxic, not a reproductive/developmental toxicant per CIR PPG methyl ether assessment; limited ingredient-specific data available. The EU classifies PPG-17 Dimethyl Ether as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is PPG-17 Dimethyl Ether allowed in the EU?
PPG-17 Dimethyl Ether EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does PPG-17 Dimethyl Ether do in cosmetics?
PPG-17 Dimethyl Ether functions as: Solvent, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned; note: distinct from PEG/PPG-17/4 Dimethyl Ether (CAS 68201-46-7).
What is the Margin of Safety for PPG-17 Dimethyl 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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