Is PPG-20 Cetyl Ether safe in cosmetics?
PPG-20 Cetyl Ether has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
PPG-20 Cetyl Ether
INCI: PPG-20 CETYL ETHER
PPG-20 Cetyl Ether (CAS Not uniquely assigned (PPG cetyl ethers are polymeric mixtures)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Skin-conditioning agent (emollient). EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
Not uniquely assigned (PPG cetyl ethers are polymeric mixtures)
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Function
Skin-conditioning agent (emollient)
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Not specifically restricted; supported by CIR reviews of PPG alkyl ethers
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for PPG-20 Cetyl Ether.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for PPG-20 Cetyl Ether.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PPG-20 Cetyl Ether allowed in the EU?
PPG-20 Cetyl Ether EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does PPG-20 Cetyl Ether do in cosmetics?
PPG-20 Cetyl Ether functions as: Skin-conditioning agent (emollient). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not uniquely assigned (PPG cetyl ethers are polymeric mixtures).
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