PEG-14M is graded A (Safe) by Expert·ING, based on COSING, FDA regulatory data.
PEG-14M
Safety grade: A
PEG-14M is a thick, gel-like polymer derived from petroleum that acts like a cosmetic glue. It helps hold ingredients together and keeps products from separating into layers.
This ingredient thickens products, helps bind ingredients together, and keeps emulsions (mixtures of oil and water) from separating, making formulas more stable and easier to use.
Graded using: COSING, FDA.
Last verified: May 26, 2026
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