PPG-9 Octyl Ether

INCI: PPG-9 OCTYL ETHER

CAS Number
Not individually assigned; reviewed under Alkyl PEG/PPG Ethers family
Function
Skin conditioning agent – emollient, solvent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes CIR-reviewed under the 131-member Alkyl PEG/PPG Ethers group — safe as used in cosmetics

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

PPG-9 Octyl Ether is a safe emollient and solvent reviewed as part of the Alkyl PEG/PPG Ethers family; formulate to avoid irritation with read-across safety support from PPG Butyl Ethers.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PPG-9 Octyl Ether safe in cosmetics?

PPG-9 Octyl Ether is a safe emollient and solvent reviewed as part of the Alkyl PEG/PPG Ethers family; formulate to avoid irritation with read-across safety support from PPG Butyl Ethers. The EU classifies PPG-9 Octyl Ether as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is PPG-9 Octyl Ether allowed in the EU?

PPG-9 Octyl Ether EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does PPG-9 Octyl Ether do in cosmetics?

PPG-9 Octyl Ether functions as: Skin conditioning agent – emollient, solvent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned; reviewed under Alkyl PEG/PPG Ethers family.

What is the Margin of Safety for PPG-9 Octyl 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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