Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Contains paraben moiety — subject to endocrine disruptor scrutiny (Darbre 2004, 2014 studies). PEG component carries potential 1,4-dioxane trace contamination. Not COSMOS/ECOCERT eligible
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Undecylenoyl PEG-5 Paraben safe in cosmetics?
Contains paraben moiety — subject to endocrine disruptor scrutiny (Darbre 2004, 2014 studies). PEG component carries potential 1,4-dioxane trace contamination. Not COSMOS/ECOCERT eligible The EU classifies Undecylenoyl PEG-5 Paraben as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Undecylenoyl PEG-5 Paraben allowed in the EU?
Undecylenoyl PEG-5 Paraben EU regulatory status: permitted. Maximum allowed concentration: 0.4%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Undecylenoyl PEG-5 Paraben do in cosmetics?
Undecylenoyl PEG-5 Paraben functions as: Antimicrobial agent / preservative — makes stratum corneum temporarily bactericidal and fungicidal. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly assigned.
What is the Margin of Safety for Undecylenoyl PEG-5 Paraben?
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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