Is Cyclo PEG-6 safe in cosmetics?
Cyclo PEG-6 has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: prohibited. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Cyclo PEG-6
INCI: CYCLO PEG-6 (IF STANDALONE) / ASCORBYL CYCLO PEG-6 (THE REGISTERED DERIVATIVE)
Cyclo PEG-6 (CAS Not publicly listed in CosIng or major databases as a standalone entry. The closely related derivative Ascorbyl Cyclo PEG-6 is registered in CosIng) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as The ascorbyl derivative functions as a chelating agent - it binds trace metals. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: prohibited. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
Not publicly listed in CosIng or major databases as a standalone entry. The closely related derivative Ascorbyl Cyclo PEG-6 is registered in CosIng
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Function
The ascorbyl derivative functions as a chelating agent - it binds trace metals to prevent product degradation, color changes, and breakdown of sensitive actives
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
prohibited
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Allowed (not listed among prohibited or restricted ingredients). As a PEG derivative, standard PEG purity concerns apply
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Cyclo PEG-6.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Cyclo PEG-6.
Regulatory Flags
peg-ingredient
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cyclo PEG-6 allowed in the EU?
Cyclo PEG-6 EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Cyclo PEG-6 do in cosmetics?
Cyclo PEG-6 functions as: The ascorbyl derivative functions as a chelating agent - it binds trace metals to prevent product degradation, color changes, and breakdown of sensitive actives. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly listed in CosIng or major databases as a standalone entry. The closely related derivative Ascorbyl Cyclo PEG-6 is registered in CosIng.
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