Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Testicular effects in historical studies attributed to 2-methoxyethanol contamination, not PPG methyl ether itself; monitor for residual ethylene oxide and propylene oxide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PPG-4 Methyl Ether safe in cosmetics?
Testicular effects in historical studies attributed to 2-methoxyethanol contamination, not PPG methyl ether itself; monitor for residual ethylene oxide and propylene oxide. The EU classifies PPG-4 Methyl Ether as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is PPG-4 Methyl Ether allowed in the EU?
PPG-4 Methyl Ether EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does PPG-4 Methyl Ether do in cosmetics?
PPG-4 Methyl Ether functions as: Skin conditioning agent; solvent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned a unique CAS — falls under PPG methyl ether polymeric CAS series (e.g., 37286-64-9 for PPG methyl ethers broadly) [page:https://www.cir-safety.org/sites/default/files/PEGPPG092013FR.pdf].
What is the Margin of Safety for PPG-4 Methyl Ether?
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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