Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Safe as used when formulated to be non-irritating; residual ethylene oxide and propylene oxide impurities and 1,4-dioxane contamination risk from ethoxylation must be controlled; potential penetration enhancement requires careful formulation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PPG-38 Steareth-6 safe in cosmetics?
Safe as used when formulated to be non-irritating; residual ethylene oxide and propylene oxide impurities and 1,4-dioxane contamination risk from ethoxylation must be controlled; potential penetration enhancement requires careful formulation. The EU classifies PPG-38 Steareth-6 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is PPG-38 Steareth-6 allowed in the EU?
PPG-38 Steareth-6 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does PPG-38 Steareth-6 do in cosmetics?
PPG-38 Steareth-6 functions as: Skin conditioning, surfactant (cleansing and emulsifying). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9038-43-1 (shared CAS for PPG-steareth ethers).
What is the Margin of Safety for PPG-38 Steareth-6?
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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