Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
10 study endpoints found for C12-14 Pareth-5. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.
| Endpoint | Value | Route | Species | Study Type | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOAEL | >=500 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | >=150 mg/kg bw/day | oral | - | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | >=1000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | - | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | >=2000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | - | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | 750 mg/kg bw/day | oral | - | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | 100 mg/kg bw/day | oral | - | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | >=500 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | >=150 mg/kg bw/day | oral | - | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | >=1000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | - | oral | REACH |
| NOAEL | >=2000 mg/kg bw/day | oral | - | oral | REACH |
Expert Verdict
Surfactant ingredient with potential 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide impurities; may enhance penetration of co-formulants.
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is C12-14 Pareth-5 safe in cosmetics?
Surfactant ingredient with potential 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide impurities; may enhance penetration of co-formulants. The EU classifies C12-14 Pareth-5 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD. 10 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is C12-14 Pareth-5 allowed in the EU?
C12-14 Pareth-5 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does C12-14 Pareth-5 do in cosmetics?
C12-14 Pareth-5 functions as: Surfactant – Emulsifying; Surfactant – Cleansing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68439-50-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for C12-14 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.
What is the NOAEL for C12-14 Pareth-5?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for C12-14 Pareth-5 is >=500 mg/kg bw/day based on a oral study via oral route in rat. A total of 10 study endpoints are available. Source: REACH.
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