VeriMomShould I Avoid peg-6 oleamine During Pregnancy? | VeriMom
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- •H361
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- Is peg-6 oleamine safe during pregnancy?
- No EU Harmonised CLP (CLH) classification for reproductive toxicity (H360/H361 harmonised) was found on ECHA’s public registration/C&L listings; available ECHA REACH registration pages describe the substance but do not show a harmonised H360/H361 CLH entry. No SCCS or CIR safety assessment identifying reproductive hazard was found, and no peer‑reviewed animal or human reproductive/developmental toxicity studies specific to PEG‑6 oleamine were identified. Topical exposure from cosmetics is expected to give low but measurable systemic exposure for an ethoxylated surfactant, so adult exposure score =1. (Sources: ECHA registration page, PubChem/industry datasheets, CIR ingredient pages).
- Is peg-6 oleamine safe while breastfeeding?
- Same rationale as pregnancy: no evidence of reproductive/developmental hazard or harmonised CLP. For breastfeeding, no data showing secretion in milk or neonatal toxicity were found; expected topical systemic exposure is low but measurable so exposure =1. No specific studies on milk transfer located.
- Is peg-6 oleamine safe for baby skin?
- No infant‑specific reproductive or developmental toxicity data were identified. Because infant skin (0–3 yr) has a less mature barrier and higher surface‑area‑to‑weight, exposure is increased by +1 relative to adults (adult e=1 → infant e=2). There is no evidence to upgrade hazard or mechanism for infants in the available literature and regulatory records.
- How does VeriMom score peg-6 oleamine?
- VeriMom scores peg-6 oleamine at 33/100 (high risk) based on EU CosIng status, ECHA hazard classifications, and peer-reviewed PubMed studies. Our scoring pipeline is fully transparent.
- What are pregnancy-safe alternatives to peg-6 oleamine?
- See our curated list of pregnancy-safe alternatives to peg-6 oleamine based on similar function and a no-known-risks safety band.
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This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Safety scores are based on publicly available data and may not reflect all risks. Always consult your healthcare provider before using any product during pregnancy or breastfeeding.