What it is: PEG 40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil acts as a good moisturising and stabilizing agent in skin and haircare products.
Mode of usage pertaining to the discussion below: Safe to use, as per current practice
Safety Profile (Based on regional guidelines):
| European Union – CIR | Safe to use, as per current practice |
| European Union – SCCS | Data unavailable |
| US FDA | Data unavailable |
| ASEAN guidelines | Data unavailable |
Safety in special situations:
Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by pregnant women based on currently available data
Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by nursing mothers based on currently available data
Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided in baby products based on currently available data
Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by children based on currently available data
Not listed as an ingredient to be carcinogenic or mutagenic based on currently available data, as long as impurities like dioxanes are specifically excluded
Environmental and Ecological Concerns:
Attributes:
Note:
- PEG 40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil may cause sensitivity rarely. For those with sensitive skin, a patch test is recommended. Side effects are rare and may vary between different products.
Conclusion
PEG 40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil is safe as per the current practice of use.
References
- https://european-union.europa.eu
- https://online.personalcarecouncil.org
Disclaimer: The above information is based on ongoing toxicology research at CHOSEN®’s R&D. We will do our best to update the information as and when the latest studies are available. If you have any inputs regarding the above information, please email us at ingredients@chosenstore.in