Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Ethoxylated ingredient — potential trace 1,4-dioxane contamination; requires supplier testing/COA confirmation; limited standalone safety data
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Propylene Glycol Oleth-5 safe in cosmetics?
Ethoxylated ingredient — potential trace 1,4-dioxane contamination; requires supplier testing/COA confirmation; limited standalone safety data The EU classifies Propylene Glycol Oleth-5 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Propylene Glycol Oleth-5 allowed in the EU?
Propylene Glycol Oleth-5 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Propylene Glycol Oleth-5 do in cosmetics?
Propylene Glycol Oleth-5 functions as: Surfactant – Emulsifying; Surfactant – Cleansing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned (ethoxylated PG oleyl ether).
What is the Margin of Safety for Propylene Glycol Oleth-5?
not established 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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