PEG-7 Propylheptyl Ether

AKA: Polyethylene Glycol 7 Propylheptyl Ether

Synthetic

Emulsifier

Clean

OriginDerived from propylheptyl alcohol and ethylene oxide, belonging to the polyethylene glycol (PEG) chemical family. Synthesized through ethoxylation, wherein ethylene oxide is chemically bonded to the alcohol backbone.

PEG-7 Propylheptyl Ether is a cosmetic ingredient used as emulsion stabilising. Rated low hazard by EWG. Assessed as safe by the CIR.

CAS #

-

Skin Types

●all-skin-types

Best For

General

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe

Yes

Functions

Emulsion Stabilising

Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.

Moisturizing

Antimicrobial

Strengthens Barrier

Keeps product blended

The paper trail

🔬Peer-reviewednone on file

⚖️Regulatory1 listing →

🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →

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EWG

CIR

Safe as used

Pregnancy

Yes

Restricted By

Credo Beauty Whole Foods Premium Body Care Beauty Heroes MADE SAFE EWG VERIFIED

Concentration Guide

CIR's newest survey reports no concentration of use.

CIR · report published 2012

Regulatory Status

USA✔ permitted

EU⚠ restricted

JAPAN⚠ restricted

CANADA⚠ restricted

Regulatory Agencies

EWG CIR FDA EU COSING Health Canada

Verified Jun 2026

Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR