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Emollient

PPG-5 CAPRYLYL ETHER

CAS 29117-02-0 Updated
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A lightweight PPG ether emollient with PPG-5 ethoxylation. Same benign-at-cosmetic-levels profile as the PPG-4 caprylyl ether sibling, with the standard PPG-purity caveat.

Function

HAIR CONDITIONINGSKIN CONDITIONINGSOLVENT

Skin benefits

  • Light, non-greasy emollient
  • Good spreadability
  • Compatible with most cosmetic systems

Known concerns

  • PPG raw-material purity must be controlled
  • Limited dedicated CIR dossier
  • Mild glycol-ether class watch

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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