PPG-2 Hydroxyethyl Coco/Isostearamide

INCI: PPG-2 HYDROXYETHYL COCO/ISOSTEARAMIDE

CAS Number
Not individually assigned
Function
Surfactant — emulsifying
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes CIR-reviewed (Alkoxylated Fatty Amides, 2019) — safe when formulated to be non-irritating

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Manufactured by combining coconut oil + MEA intermediate with isostearic acid + MEA intermediate + propylene oxide; two-step process with QC verification required for complete reaction; same N-nitroso and amine impurity caveats as group.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PPG-2 Hydroxyethyl Coco/Isostearamide safe in cosmetics?

Manufactured by combining coconut oil + MEA intermediate with isostearic acid + MEA intermediate + propylene oxide; two-step process with QC verification required for complete reaction; same N-nitroso and amine impurity caveats as group. The EU classifies PPG-2 Hydroxyethyl Coco/Isostearamide as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is PPG-2 Hydroxyethyl Coco/Isostearamide allowed in the EU?

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

What does PPG-2 Hydroxyethyl Coco/Isostearamide do in cosmetics?

PPG-2 Hydroxyethyl Coco/Isostearamide functions as: Surfactant — emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for PPG-2 Hydroxyethyl Coco/Isostearamide?

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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