Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Ethoxylated surfactant with potential 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residuals from manufacturing; requires testing and control to <10 ppm dioxane and <1 ppm ethylene oxide to comply with regulatory standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Almondeth-20 safe in cosmetics?
Ethoxylated surfactant with potential 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residuals from manufacturing; requires testing and control to <10 ppm dioxane and <1 ppm ethylene oxide to comply with regulatory standards. The EU classifies Almondeth-20 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Almondeth-20 allowed in the EU?
Almondeth-20 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Almondeth-20 do in cosmetics?
Almondeth-20 functions as: Surfactant, emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned.
What is the Margin of Safety for Almondeth-20?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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