Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
1,4-dioxane trace contamination risk from ethoxylation — purification required. Must be formulated to be nonirritating.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PPG-4-Deceth-6 safe in cosmetics?
1,4-dioxane trace contamination risk from ethoxylation — purification required. Must be formulated to be nonirritating. The EU classifies PPG-4-Deceth-6 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is PPG-4-Deceth-6 allowed in the EU?
PPG-4-Deceth-6 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does PPG-4-Deceth-6 do in cosmetics?
PPG-4-Deceth-6 functions as: Surfactant – Cleansing; Surfactant – Emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 37251-67-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for PPG-4-Deceth-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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