Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Ethoxylated ingredient — monitor for 1,4-dioxane residues and residual ethylene oxide; limited individual toxicological data, safety relies on read-across from tocopherol and PEG/PPG ether class data
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PPG-2-Tocophereth-5 safe in cosmetics?
Ethoxylated ingredient — monitor for 1,4-dioxane residues and residual ethylene oxide; limited individual toxicological data, safety relies on read-across from tocopherol and PEG/PPG ether class data The EU classifies PPG-2-Tocophereth-5 as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is PPG-2-Tocophereth-5 allowed in the EU?
PPG-2-Tocophereth-5 EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does PPG-2-Tocophereth-5 do in cosmetics?
PPG-2-Tocophereth-5 functions as: Anticaking, antioxidant, binding, surfactant–emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned (polymeric mixture).
What is the Margin of Safety for PPG-2-Tocophereth-5?
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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