Is Propylene Glycol Oleth-5 safe in cosmetics?
Propylene Glycol Oleth-5 has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Propylene Glycol Oleth-5
INCI: PROPYLENE GLYCOL OLETH-5
Propylene Glycol Oleth-5 (CAS Not specifically assigned (ethoxylated PG oleyl ether)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Surfactant – Emulsifying; Surfactant – Cleansing. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
Not specifically assigned (ethoxylated PG oleyl ether)
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Function
Surfactant – Emulsifying; Surfactant – Cleansing
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted for cosmetic use; limited specific data
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Propylene Glycol Oleth-5.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Propylene Glycol Oleth-5.
Frequently Asked Questions
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).
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