PPG-2-Buteth-1

INCI: PPG-2-BUTETH-1

CAS Number
Not specifically assigned (polymeric mixture; part of butyl polyoxyalkylene ether family)
Function
Hair conditioning agent, skin conditioning agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use; several butyl polyoxyalkylene ethers are also approved as indirect food additives

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Ethoxylated ingredient with potential 1,4-dioxane and residual ethylene oxide contamination; related parent compound caused minor erythema, desquamation, and conjunctival irritation in animal studies; formulate to minimize irritation risk.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PPG-2-Buteth-1 safe in cosmetics?

Ethoxylated ingredient with potential 1,4-dioxane and residual ethylene oxide contamination; related parent compound caused minor erythema, desquamation, and conjunctival irritation in animal studies; formulate to minimize irritation risk. The EU classifies PPG-2-Buteth-1 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is PPG-2-Buteth-1 allowed in the EU?

PPG-2-Buteth-1 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does PPG-2-Buteth-1 do in cosmetics?

PPG-2-Buteth-1 functions as: Hair conditioning agent, skin conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned (polymeric mixture; part of butyl polyoxyalkylene ether family).

What is the Margin of Safety for PPG-2-Buteth-1?

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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