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PEG-5 ISODECYLOXYPROPYLAMINE

CAS 170516-50-4
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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A PEGylated amine surfactant that can act as a cleansing agent but raises concerns about residual ethylene oxide and sensitization.

PEG-5 isodecyloxypropylamine is a PEGylated amine-based surfactant and cleansing agent. PEG ingredients are subject to EU scrutiny due to potential contamination with ethylene oxide (a known carcinogen) and 1,4-dioxane, which are regulated under REACH and reflected in CosIng assessments. Additionally, amine surfactants can act as skin and eye irritants and potential sensitizers. Not listed in EU Annex II but requires vigilance regarding impurity profiles.

Skin benefits

  • Functions as a cleansing and emulsifying surfactant
  • Helps stabilize formulations

Known concerns

  • Potential residual ethylene oxide (carcinogen) contamination from PEG process
  • Potential 1,4-dioxane contamination — suspected carcinogen
  • Can be a skin and eye irritant
  • Amine-based surfactants may cause sensitization

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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