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Expert Verdict
1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide contamination from ethoxylation. At typical cosmetic concentrations, considered mild with good skin tolerance when blended with co-surfactants. Nonionic, 3 moles average EO. Excellent wettability makes it well-suited for cleansing formulations. Also stabilizes emulsions, making it a dual-function ingredient in leave-on products
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is C12-15 Pareth-3 safe in cosmetics?
1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide contamination from ethoxylation. At typical cosmetic concentrations, considered mild with good skin tolerance when blended with co-surfactants. Nonionic, 3 moles average EO. Excellent wettability makes it well-suited for cleansing formulations. Also stabilizes emulsions, making it a dual-function ingredient in leave-on products The EU classifies C12-15 Pareth-3 as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is C12-15 Pareth-3 allowed in the EU?
C12-15 Pareth-3 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does C12-15 Pareth-3 do in cosmetics?
C12-15 Pareth-3 functions as: Surfactant - cleansing; surfactant - emulsifying; fragrance functional. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68131-39-5 (generic CAS for ethoxylated C12-15 alcohols).
What is the Margin of Safety for C12-15 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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