Is Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride PEG-4 Esters safe in cosmetics?
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride PEG-4 Esters has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride PEG-4 Esters
Also known as: PEG-4 Caprylic/capric Glycerides
INCI: CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE PEG-4 ESTERS
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride PEG-4 Esters (CAS 246864-39-1) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Emollient; Emulsifying agent; Solubilizer. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Emollient; Emulsifying agent; Solubilizer
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Safety
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride PEG-4 Esters.
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Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Emulsifier
Softener and conditioner
Surfactant (surface active agent)
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride PEG-4 Esters.
Regulatory Flags
peg-ingredient
Known Synonyms
PEG-4 Caprylic/capric Glycerides
Chemical Function
Surfactant (surface active agent)
Softener and conditioner
Emulsifier
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride PEG-4 Esters allowed in the EU?
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride PEG-4 Esters EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride PEG-4 Esters do in cosmetics?
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride PEG-4 Esters functions as: Emollient; Emulsifying agent; Solubilizer. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 246864-39-1.
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