Sesame Oil PEG-8 Esters

INCI: SESAME OIL PEG-8 ESTERS

CAS Number
110615-47-9 (PEG-8 sesame glycerides)
Function
Emollient, Surfactant, Emulsifying Agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically restricted by FDA; CIR has reviewed PEG esters of various oils and found them generally safe

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

1,4-Dioxane contamination risk from ethoxylation process — must verify supplier CoA for 1,4-dioxane levels (EU limit: traces only; NY state: ≤10 ppm from Dec 2023, ≤2 ppm from Dec 2025; California Prop 65 NSRL: 30 µg/day)

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-oil peg-ingredient

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sesame Oil PEG-8 Esters safe in cosmetics?

1,4-Dioxane contamination risk from ethoxylation process — must verify supplier CoA for 1,4-dioxane levels (EU limit: traces only; NY state: ≤10 ppm from Dec 2023, ≤2 ppm from Dec 2025; California Prop 65 NSRL: 30 µg/day) The EU classifies Sesame Oil PEG-8 Esters as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Sesame Oil PEG-8 Esters allowed in the EU?

Sesame Oil PEG-8 Esters EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Sesame Oil PEG-8 Esters do in cosmetics?

Sesame Oil PEG-8 Esters functions as: Emollient, Surfactant, Emulsifying Agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 110615-47-9 (PEG-8 sesame glycerides).

What is the Margin of Safety for Sesame Oil PEG-8 Esters?

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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