Wheat Germ Oil PEG-40 Butyloctanol Esters

INCI: WHEAT GERM OIL PEG-40 BUTYLOCTANOL ESTERS

CAS Number
Not specifically assigned
Function
Surfactant – Emulsifying, Solubilizing
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; falls under CIR PEGylated Oils group – safe as used when formulated to be non-irritating

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

1,4-Dioxane \& ethylene oxide residuals; high ethoxylation degree (PEG-40) demands strict residual verification; may enhance penetration of co-formulated actives

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

plant-oil peg-ingredient

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wheat Germ Oil PEG-40 Butyloctanol Esters safe in cosmetics?

1,4-Dioxane \& ethylene oxide residuals; high ethoxylation degree (PEG-40) demands strict residual verification; may enhance penetration of co-formulated actives The EU classifies Wheat Germ Oil PEG-40 Butyloctanol Esters as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Wheat Germ Oil PEG-40 Butyloctanol Esters allowed in the EU?

Wheat Germ Oil PEG-40 Butyloctanol Esters EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Wheat Germ Oil PEG-40 Butyloctanol Esters do in cosmetics?

Wheat Germ Oil PEG-40 Butyloctanol Esters functions as: Surfactant – Emulsifying, Solubilizing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for Wheat Germ Oil PEG-40 Butyloctanol 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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