Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Pareth-3 stearate is a well-characterized emulsifier with low-risk stearate moiety; however, potential 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residues warrant consideration, and ingredient-specific safety data remains limited.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is C11-15 Pareth-3 Stearate safe in cosmetics?
Pareth-3 stearate is a well-characterized emulsifier with low-risk stearate moiety; however, potential 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residues warrant consideration, and ingredient-specific safety data remains limited. The EU classifies C11-15 Pareth-3 Stearate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is C11-15 Pareth-3 Stearate allowed in the EU?
C11-15 Pareth-3 Stearate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does C11-15 Pareth-3 Stearate do in cosmetics?
C11-15 Pareth-3 Stearate functions as: Skin conditioning agent, emollient, emulsifier. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (UVCB substance; base pareth CAS: 68131-40-8).
What is the Margin of Safety for C11-15 Pareth-3 Stearate?
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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