Apricot Kernel Oil*

Permitted. Safe under CIR Expert Panel's 2014 amended review of 130 PEGylated oils when formulated to be non-irritating. No EU restrictions. Primary residual concern is potential 1,4-dioxane contamination from ethoxylation synthesis (specified to <1 ppm). Acts as penetration enhancer, potentially increasing systemic exposure to co-formulated ingredients. Overall favorable profile for cosmetic use with standard PEG manufacturing quality controls.

Not independently assessed by CIR; covered under CIR amended safety assessment of PEGylated Oils (2014, Int J Toxicol 33(4 Suppl):13S-39S) which concluded 130 PEGylated oils safe as used when formulated to be non-irritating; registered FDA UNII DRG3KJZ1TJ; brand name Labrafil M 1944 CS; no FDA restriction on cosmetic use.