C11-15 Pareth-3

INCI: C11-15 PARETH-3

CAS Number
68131-40-8
Function
Surfactant – Emulsifying; Emollient
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Adequate at reported use concentrations, but formulator must confirm nonirritancy

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

C11-15 Pareth-3 is a permitted surfactant with good safety profile; moderate sensitization potential requires formulator confirmation of nonirritancy at use levels.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

epa_safer_alternative ifra_fragrance

Frequently Asked Questions

Is C11-15 Pareth-3 safe in cosmetics?

C11-15 Pareth-3 is a permitted surfactant with good safety profile; moderate sensitization potential requires formulator confirmation of nonirritancy at use levels. The EU classifies C11-15 Pareth-3 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is C11-15 Pareth-3 allowed in the EU?

C11-15 Pareth-3 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does C11-15 Pareth-3 do in cosmetics?

C11-15 Pareth-3 functions as: Surfactant – Emulsifying; Emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68131-40-8.

What is the Margin of Safety for C11-15 Pareth-3?

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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