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BIS-(METHYL EPOXIDIZED RAPESEEDATE) PEG-20
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A PEG-20 modified rapeseed oil emulsifier, helps blend oil and water phases together in cosmetic formulations.
Bis-(Methyl Epoxidized Rapeseedate) PEG-20 falls between PEG-12 and PEG-32 in terms of PEG chain length. The generic CAS (2767294-14-2) covers all these related compounds. The safety profile reflects the balance between the shorter PEG chain (less penetration risk than PEG-32) and the epoxidized rapeseedate source material, which may contain residual epichlorohydrin or other processing chemicals.
Skin benefits
- Emulsifier in cosmetic formulations
- Skin conditioning from emollient rapeseedate moiety
Known concerns
- Epoxidized oil allergen/sensitizer potential
- Residual processing chemical concerns from epoxidation
- PEG chain penetration enhancement
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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Same plant / compound family
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