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Description :
Ethoxylated polyethyleneimines are used in detergents to promote absorption of and improve the stability of cleaning enzymes.
Sources of Exposure: Home cleaning products
Health Impacts: The EWG states that ethoxylated polyethyleneimines may contain ethylene oxide, a suspected carcinogen, and 1,4-dioxane, a known carcinogen. According to the classification provided by companies to ECHA (European Chemicals Agency) ethoxylated polyethyleneimines are toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects, are harmful if swallowed, and cause serious eye irritation and skin irritation.
Health Concerns
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Banned/restricted lists:
European Chemicals Agency: Ethoxylated PolyethyleneiminesEWG: Polyethyleneimines Ethoxylates