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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
1,4-dioxane residue risk from ethoxylation; higher EO count increases water solubility, which may slightly increase skin penetration enhancement potential. Nonionic, 5 moles average EO. Higher HLB than Pareth-3/4 - better suited as primary O/W emulsifier. More water-soluble
Frequently Asked Questions
Is C12-13 Pareth-5 safe in cosmetics?
1,4-dioxane residue risk from ethoxylation; higher EO count increases water solubility, which may slightly increase skin penetration enhancement potential. Nonionic, 5 moles average EO. Higher HLB than Pareth-3/4 - better suited as primary O/W emulsifier. More water-soluble The EU classifies C12-13 Pareth-5 as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is C12-13 Pareth-5 allowed in the EU?
C12-13 Pareth-5 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does C12-13 Pareth-5 do in cosmetics?
C12-13 Pareth-5 functions as: Surfactant - cleansing; surfactant - emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 66455-14-9 (ethoxylated C12-13 alcohol, 5 mol EO average).
What is the Margin of Safety for C12-13 Pareth-5?
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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