Is C20-22 Alkyl Glucoside safe in cosmetics?
C20-22 Alkyl Glucoside has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
C20-22 Alkyl Glucoside
INCI: C20-22 ALKYL GLUCOSIDE
C20-22 Alkyl Glucoside (CAS Not uniquely assigned (glucose ester of C20–22 fatty alcohols)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Surfactant—emulsifying; Skin conditioning; Emulsion stabiliser. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
Not uniquely assigned (glucose ester of C20–22 fatty alcohols)
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Function
Surfactant—emulsifying; Skin conditioning; Emulsion stabiliser
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
CIR: Assessed under Safety Assessment of Decyl Glucoside and Other Alkyl Glucosides (2014) — Safe as used when formulated to be non-irritating
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for C20-22 Alkyl Glucoside.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for C20-22 Alkyl Glucoside.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is C20-22 Alkyl Glucoside allowed in the EU?
C20-22 Alkyl Glucoside EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does C20-22 Alkyl Glucoside do in cosmetics?
C20-22 Alkyl Glucoside functions as: Surfactant—emulsifying; Skin conditioning; Emulsion stabiliser. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not uniquely assigned (glucose ester of C20–22 fatty alcohols).
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