PPG-5 Tocopheryl Ether

INCI: PEG/PPG-2/5 TOCOPHERYL ETHER

CAS Number
Not assigned
Function
Anticaking, Antioxidant
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use; no specific restrictions

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Tocopheryl ether with potential ethoxylation residuals (1,4-dioxane, ethylene oxide) from PEG/PPG content; safety profile generally good but impurities warrant moderate concern.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PPG-5 Tocopheryl Ether safe in cosmetics?

Tocopheryl ether with potential ethoxylation residuals (1,4-dioxane, ethylene oxide) from PEG/PPG content; safety profile generally good but impurities warrant moderate concern. The EU classifies PPG-5 Tocopheryl Ether as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is PPG-5 Tocopheryl Ether allowed in the EU?

PPG-5 Tocopheryl Ether EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does PPG-5 Tocopheryl Ether do in cosmetics?

PPG-5 Tocopheryl Ether functions as: Anticaking, Antioxidant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for PPG-5 Tocopheryl 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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