Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
1,4-Dioxane by-product – must be controlled via purification; neither Beeswax nor Synthetic Beeswax produced significant toxicity, but beeswax source should comply with EU animal by-products regulation
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sorbeth-8 Beeswax safe in cosmetics?
1,4-Dioxane by-product – must be controlled via purification; neither Beeswax nor Synthetic Beeswax produced significant toxicity, but beeswax source should comply with EU animal by-products regulation The EU classifies Sorbeth-8 Beeswax as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Sorbeth-8 Beeswax allowed in the EU?
Sorbeth-8 Beeswax EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sorbeth-8 Beeswax do in cosmetics?
Sorbeth-8 Beeswax functions as: Surfactant – Emulsifying Agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not uniquely assigned (PEG-8 Sorbitan Beeswax).
What is the Margin of Safety for Sorbeth-8 Beeswax?
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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