PPG-30 Ethylhexeth-4 Phosphate

INCI: PPG-30 ETHYLHEXETH-4 PHOSPHATE

CAS Number
No widely published unique CAS (polymer/complex ester)
Function
Surfactant – Emulsifying; possibly Skin Conditioning (phosphate ester adds anionic character for improved emulsification)
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use; safety supported by CIR class review of alkyl PEG/PPG ethers

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Phosphate ester functionality may alter skin pH at high concentrations; 1,4-dioxane and EO/PO residual control required; limited individual safety data — recommend patch testing in novel formulations

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PPG-30 Ethylhexeth-4 Phosphate safe in cosmetics?

Phosphate ester functionality may alter skin pH at high concentrations; 1,4-dioxane and EO/PO residual control required; limited individual safety data — recommend patch testing in novel formulations The EU classifies PPG-30 Ethylhexeth-4 Phosphate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is PPG-30 Ethylhexeth-4 Phosphate allowed in the EU?

PPG-30 Ethylhexeth-4 Phosphate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does PPG-30 Ethylhexeth-4 Phosphate do in cosmetics?

PPG-30 Ethylhexeth-4 Phosphate functions as: Surfactant – Emulsifying; possibly Skin Conditioning (phosphate ester adds anionic character for improved emulsification). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: No widely published unique CAS (polymer/complex ester).

What is the Margin of Safety for PPG-30 Ethylhexeth-4 Phosphate?

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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