Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Highest dermal penetration potential among the tocophereth variants listed due to shortest PEG chain; standard PEG impurity controls apply; not COSMOS/ECOCERT eligible
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tocophereth-5 safe in cosmetics?
Highest dermal penetration potential among the tocophereth variants listed due to shortest PEG chain; standard PEG impurity controls apply; not COSMOS/ECOCERT eligible The EU classifies Tocophereth-5 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Tocophereth-5 allowed in the EU?
Tocophereth-5 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Tocophereth-5 do in cosmetics?
Tocophereth-5 functions as: Antioxidant, Skin Conditioning, Surfactant-Cleansing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 36487-37-1 (commonly cited for PEG-5 tocopheryl ether).
What is the Margin of Safety for Tocophereth-5?
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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