Is Methoxy PEG-144 safe in cosmetics?
Methoxy PEG-144 has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Methoxy PEG-144
INCI: METHOXY PEG-144
Methoxy PEG-144 (CAS 9004-74-4 (generic methoxy polyethylene glycol)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Not yet formally assigned by CosIng; based on PEG class behavior at this. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
9004-74-4 (generic methoxy polyethylene glycol)
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Function
Not yet formally assigned by CosIng; based on PEG class behavior at this molecular weight (~6,340 g/mol), it functions as a consistency enhancer and humectant
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Allowed - PEGs are permitted cosmetic ingredients; no specific FDA prohibition
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Methoxy PEG-144.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Methoxy PEG-144.
Regulatory Flags
peg-ingredient
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methoxy PEG-144 allowed in the EU?
Methoxy PEG-144 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methoxy PEG-144 do in cosmetics?
Methoxy PEG-144 functions as: Not yet formally assigned by CosIng; based on PEG class behavior at this molecular weight (~6,340 g/mol), it functions as a consistency enhancer and humectant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9004-74-4 (generic methoxy polyethylene glycol).
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