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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Contains PEG/PPG moieties — monitor for 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residuals as trace contaminants from ethoxylation
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PPG-5-Ceteth-10 Phosphate safe in cosmetics?
Contains PEG/PPG moieties — monitor for 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residuals as trace contaminants from ethoxylation The EU classifies PPG-5-Ceteth-10 Phosphate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is PPG-5-Ceteth-10 Phosphate allowed in the EU?
PPG-5-Ceteth-10 Phosphate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does PPG-5-Ceteth-10 Phosphate do in cosmetics?
PPG-5-Ceteth-10 Phosphate functions as: Surfactant – cleansing; Surfactant – emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: No single CAS — complex mixture of phosphoric acid esters of PPG-5/Ceteth-10 ether; COSING Ref: 78588.
What is the Margin of Safety for PPG-5-Ceteth-10 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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