Propylene Glycol Oleate SE

INCI: PROPYLENE GLYCOL OLEATE SE

CAS Number
1330-80-9 (same base as PG Oleate)
Function
Surfactant – Emulsifying; Surfactant – Cleansing; Opacifying agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; CIR "safe as used" (PG esters group, 1999/2014)

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

SE = Self-Emulsifying; contains added alkali oleate salts — monitor pH impact in formulation; same penetration enhancement concerns as PG Oleate

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Propylene Glycol Oleate SE safe in cosmetics?

SE = Self-Emulsifying; contains added alkali oleate salts — monitor pH impact in formulation; same penetration enhancement concerns as PG Oleate The EU classifies Propylene Glycol Oleate SE as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Propylene Glycol Oleate SE allowed in the EU?

Propylene Glycol Oleate SE EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Propylene Glycol Oleate SE do in cosmetics?

Propylene Glycol Oleate SE functions as: Surfactant – Emulsifying; Surfactant – Cleansing; Opacifying agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1330-80-9 (same base as PG Oleate).

What is the Margin of Safety for Propylene Glycol Oleate SE?

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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