Is Undecylenoyl PEG-5 Paraben safe in cosmetics?
Undecylenoyl PEG-5 Paraben has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Undecylenoyl PEG-5 Paraben
INCI: UNDECYLENOYL PEG-5 PARABEN
Undecylenoyl PEG-5 Paraben (CAS Not publicly assigned) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Antimicrobial agent / preservative — makes stratum corneum temporarily. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted, max 0.4%. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Antimicrobial agent / preservative — makes stratum corneum temporarily bactericidal and fungicidal
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
EU Max Conc.
0.4%
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
FDA permits parabens in cosmetics; no specific prohibition. Subject to general safety requirements
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Undecylenoyl PEG-5 Paraben.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Undecylenoyl PEG-5 Paraben.
Regulatory Flags
peg-ingredient
preservative
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Undecylenoyl PEG-5 Paraben allowed in the EU?
Undecylenoyl PEG-5 Paraben EU regulatory status: permitted. Maximum allowed concentration: 0.4%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Undecylenoyl PEG-5 Paraben do in cosmetics?
Undecylenoyl PEG-5 Paraben functions as: Antimicrobial agent / preservative — makes stratum corneum temporarily bactericidal and fungicidal. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly assigned.
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