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Expert Verdict
1,4-dioxane residue risk (ethoxylated backbone). The carboxylate head group makes this an anionic surfactant, generally considered milder than non-carboxylated pareth counterparts. Ether carboxylic acid - combines the mildness profile of nonionic surfactants with the cleansing efficiency of anionics. pH-dependent charge (anionic above ~pH 5). Often used as a primary or secondary surfactant in mild cleansing systems
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is C12-13 Pareth-5 Carboxylic Acid safe in cosmetics?
1,4-dioxane residue risk (ethoxylated backbone). The carboxylate head group makes this an anionic surfactant, generally considered milder than non-carboxylated pareth counterparts. Ether carboxylic acid - combines the mildness profile of nonionic surfactants with the cleansing efficiency of anionics. pH-dependent charge (anionic above ~pH 5). Often used as a primary or secondary surfactant in mild cleansing systems The EU classifies C12-13 Pareth-5 Carboxylic Acid as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is C12-13 Pareth-5 Carboxylic Acid allowed in the EU?
C12-13 Pareth-5 Carboxylic Acid EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does C12-13 Pareth-5 Carboxylic Acid do in cosmetics?
C12-13 Pareth-5 Carboxylic Acid functions as: Cleansing; surfactant - cleansing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 70750-17-3.
What is the Margin of Safety for C12-13 Pareth-5 Carboxylic Acid?
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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