PPG-2-PEG-11 Hydrogenated Lauryl Alcohol Ether

INCI: PPG-2-PEG-11 HYDROGENATED LAURYL ALCOHOL ETHER

CAS Number
Not uniquely assigned (polymeric)
Function
Surfactant—emulsifying agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes CIR concluded safe as used when formulated to be non-irritating (2016)

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

CIR-evaluated surfactant safe as used; hydrogenated alkyl chain reduces unsaturation-related reactivity; trace 1,4-dioxane and residual ethylene oxide/propylene oxide possible in synthesis.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

peg-ingredient

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PPG-2-PEG-11 Hydrogenated Lauryl Alcohol Ether safe in cosmetics?

CIR-evaluated surfactant safe as used; hydrogenated alkyl chain reduces unsaturation-related reactivity; trace 1,4-dioxane and residual ethylene oxide/propylene oxide possible in synthesis. The EU classifies PPG-2-PEG-11 Hydrogenated Lauryl Alcohol Ether as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is PPG-2-PEG-11 Hydrogenated Lauryl Alcohol Ether allowed in the EU?

PPG-2-PEG-11 Hydrogenated Lauryl Alcohol Ether EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does PPG-2-PEG-11 Hydrogenated Lauryl Alcohol Ether do in cosmetics?

PPG-2-PEG-11 Hydrogenated Lauryl Alcohol Ether functions as: Surfactant—emulsifying agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not uniquely assigned (polymeric).

What is the Margin of Safety for PPG-2-PEG-11 Hydrogenated Lauryl Alcohol 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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