PPG-25-Laureth-25

INCI: PPG-25-LAURETH-25

CAS Number
Not uniquely assigned (polymeric PPG-PEG lauryl ether)
Function
Surfactant – cleansing; surfactant – emulsifying
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Ethoxylated ingredient with potential trace 1,4-dioxane impurity; confirm synthetic versus plant origin for COSMOS/ECOCERT claims.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

natural-origin

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PPG-25-Laureth-25 safe in cosmetics?

Ethoxylated ingredient with potential trace 1,4-dioxane impurity; confirm synthetic versus plant origin for COSMOS/ECOCERT claims. The EU classifies PPG-25-Laureth-25 as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is PPG-25-Laureth-25 allowed in the EU?

PPG-25-Laureth-25 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does PPG-25-Laureth-25 do in cosmetics?

PPG-25-Laureth-25 functions as: Surfactant – cleansing; surfactant – emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not uniquely assigned (polymeric PPG-PEG lauryl ether).

What is the Margin of Safety for PPG-25-Laureth-25?

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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