PPG-20-PEG-20 Hydrogenated Lanolin

INCI: PPG-20-PEG-20 HYDROGENATED LANOLIN

CAS Number
Not individually assigned; related parent PEG-20 Hydrogenated Lanolin carries CAS 68648-27-1
Function
Emulsifier, skin conditioning
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not restricted; lanolin derivatives have extensive FDA use history

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

Lanolin allergy and sensitization are primary concerns; hydrogenation reduces but does not eliminate allergenic potential; pesticide residue contamination possible in lanolin-derived raw materials; 1,4-dioxane residuals from ethoxylation.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen peg-ingredient

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PPG-20-PEG-20 Hydrogenated Lanolin safe in cosmetics?

Lanolin allergy and sensitization are primary concerns; hydrogenation reduces but does not eliminate allergenic potential; pesticide residue contamination possible in lanolin-derived raw materials; 1,4-dioxane residuals from ethoxylation. The EU classifies PPG-20-PEG-20 Hydrogenated Lanolin as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is PPG-20-PEG-20 Hydrogenated Lanolin allowed in the EU?

PPG-20-PEG-20 Hydrogenated Lanolin EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does PPG-20-PEG-20 Hydrogenated Lanolin do in cosmetics?

PPG-20-PEG-20 Hydrogenated Lanolin functions as: Emulsifier, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned; related parent PEG-20 Hydrogenated Lanolin carries CAS 68648-27-1.

What is the Margin of Safety for PPG-20-PEG-20 Hydrogenated Lanolin?

not established 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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