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Sweet Almond Oil PEG-8 Esters

INCI: SWEET ALMOND OIL PEG-8 ESTERS

CAS Number
Not specifically assigned (PEGylated almond oil)
Function
Emollient, surfactant, skin/hair conditioning (transesterification product of sweet almond oil with PEG-6)
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status restricted
US Notes Not specifically restricted; PEGylated oils permitted under general cosmetic provisions

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

1,4-Dioxane and ethylene oxide residual contamination must be controlled (standard for all PEGylated ingredients); tree nut origin labeling; ensure PEG purity meets pharmacopeial standards

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

plant-oil peg-ingredient

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sweet Almond Oil PEG-8 Esters safe in cosmetics?

1,4-Dioxane and ethylene oxide residual contamination must be controlled (standard for all PEGylated ingredients); tree nut origin labeling; ensure PEG purity meets pharmacopeial standards The EU classifies Sweet Almond Oil PEG-8 Esters as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Sweet Almond Oil PEG-8 Esters allowed in the EU?

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

What does Sweet Almond Oil PEG-8 Esters do in cosmetics?

Sweet Almond Oil PEG-8 Esters functions as: Emollient, surfactant, skin/hair conditioning (transesterification product of sweet almond oil with PEG-6). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned (PEGylated almond oil).

What is the Margin of Safety for Sweet Almond Oil PEG-8 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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