PPG-8-Deceth-6

INCI: PPG-8-DECETH-6

CAS Number
68154-97-2
Function
Surfactant – Cleansing; Surfactant – Emulsifying
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status restricted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use; no specific FDA restriction

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Restricted in EU; verify ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane residuals from ethoxylation process with supplier COA.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is PPG-8-Deceth-6 safe in cosmetics?

Restricted in EU; verify ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane residuals from ethoxylation process with supplier COA. The EU classifies PPG-8-Deceth-6 as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is PPG-8-Deceth-6 allowed in the EU?

PPG-8-Deceth-6 EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does PPG-8-Deceth-6 do in cosmetics?

PPG-8-Deceth-6 functions as: Surfactant – Cleansing; Surfactant – Emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68154-97-2.

What is the Margin of Safety for PPG-8-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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