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Glycereth-26
Glycereth-26
Low concern
CIR Expert Panel reviewed glycerin ethoxylates and concluded they are not associated with significant sensitization, systemic toxicity, or carcinogenicity at typical cosmetic concentrations. A 5% glycereth-26 product caused no irritation/sensitization in a 55-subject maximization test.
Found in
16 products
What it is
A polyethylene glycol ether of glycerin with an average of 26 ethylene oxide units; a humectant/emollient.
Cosmetic humectant and skin-conditioning agent; not used in food.
Why it's flagged
- potential 1,4-dioxane impurity (manufacturing control required)
What regulators actually say
"The CIR concludes that glycerin ethoxylates are safe in present practices of use and concentration in cosmetic formulations."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Cosmetic ingredient; not a food additive
European Union — EFSA
Cosmetic ingredient
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