Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Potential 1,4-dioxane from ethoxylation with 5 EO units presents moderate risk. Verify cetyl alcohol origin for COSMOS compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PPG-4-Ceteth-5 safe in cosmetics?
Potential 1,4-dioxane from ethoxylation with 5 EO units presents moderate risk. Verify cetyl alcohol origin for COSMOS compliance. The EU classifies PPG-4-Ceteth-5 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is PPG-4-Ceteth-5 allowed in the EU?
PPG-4-Ceteth-5 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does PPG-4-Ceteth-5 do in cosmetics?
PPG-4-Ceteth-5 functions as: Skin conditioning agent — emollient; surfactant — emulsifying agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 37311-01-6 / 9087-53-0 [page:https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/1091581816650626].
What is the Margin of Safety for PPG-4-Ceteth-5?
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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