Shea Butter PEG-12 Dimethicone Esters
INCI: SHEA BUTTER PEG-12 DIMETHICONE ESTERS
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
1,4-Dioxane and ethylene oxide residuals — must verify via headspace GC-MS that residuals are below regulatory thresholds (10 ppm EU, NY state pending). Standard concern for all PEG-containing ingredients
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Shea Butter PEG-12 Dimethicone Esters safe in cosmetics?
1,4-Dioxane and ethylene oxide residuals — must verify via headspace GC-MS that residuals are below regulatory thresholds (10 ppm EU, NY state pending). Standard concern for all PEG-containing ingredients The EU classifies Shea Butter PEG-12 Dimethicone Esters as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Shea Butter PEG-12 Dimethicone Esters allowed in the EU?
Shea Butter PEG-12 Dimethicone Esters EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Shea Butter PEG-12 Dimethicone Esters do in cosmetics?
Shea Butter PEG-12 Dimethicone Esters functions as: Emulsifying agent, skin conditioning; silicone-modified PEG ester combining shea emolliency with dimethicone sensory properties. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly assigned (hybrid silicone-PEG-shea ester; no single CAS registered).
What is the Margin of Safety for Shea Butter PEG-12 Dimethicone Esters?
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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