C12-14 Sec-Pareth-3

INCI: C12-14 SEC-ALKETH-3

CAS Number
84133-50-6 (generic for C12-14 secondary alcohol ethoxylates)
Function
Surfactant – Cleansing; Surfactant – Emulsifying; Emulsion Stabilising; Antifoaming
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Adequate at typical use concentrations (≤5%)

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

1,4-Dioxane and residual ethylene oxide are process contaminants from ethoxylation; verify Certificate of Analysis for 1,4-dioxane <10 ppm.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is C12-14 Sec-Pareth-3 safe in cosmetics?

1,4-Dioxane and residual ethylene oxide are process contaminants from ethoxylation; verify Certificate of Analysis for 1,4-dioxane <10 ppm. The EU classifies C12-14 Sec-Pareth-3 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is C12-14 Sec-Pareth-3 allowed in the EU?

C12-14 Sec-Pareth-3 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does C12-14 Sec-Pareth-3 do in cosmetics?

C12-14 Sec-Pareth-3 functions as: Surfactant – Cleansing; Surfactant – Emulsifying; Emulsion Stabilising; Antifoaming. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 84133-50-6 (generic for C12-14 secondary alcohol ethoxylates).

What is the Margin of Safety for C12-14 Sec-Pareth-3?

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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