Regulatory Status
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Expert Verdict
Ethoxylated ingredient subject to 1,4-dioxane residual concerns; high EO count (15) generally correlates with lower irritation potential; CIR (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) has reviewed the C12-13 pareth family and found them safe as used.. A nonionic surfactant with 15 average ethylene oxide units, giving high HLB (hydrophilic-lipophilic balance) suitable for O/W emulsification and solubilization of oils into aqueous phases.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is C12-13 Pareth-15 safe in cosmetics?
Ethoxylated ingredient subject to 1,4-dioxane residual concerns; high EO count (15) generally correlates with lower irritation potential; CIR (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) has reviewed the C12-13 pareth family and found them safe as used.. A nonionic surfactant with 15 average ethylene oxide units, giving high HLB (hydrophilic-lipophilic balance) suitable for O/W emulsification and solubilization of oils into aqueous phases. The EU classifies C12-13 Pareth-15 as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is C12-13 Pareth-15 allowed in the EU?
C12-13 Pareth-15 EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does C12-13 Pareth-15 do in cosmetics?
C12-13 Pareth-15 functions as: Surfactant - emulsifying; solubilizer. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 66455-14-9 (general CAS for ethoxylated C12-13 alcohols).
What is the Margin of Safety for C12-13 Pareth-15?
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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