Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
1,4-dioxane risk from ethoxylated backbone. The benzoate ester provides antimicrobial action but is not a listed preservative - regulatory classification could be challenged in some markets. Potential for benzoic acid release on hydrolysis. Unique dual-function ingredient - acts as an emollient (smoothens/softens skin) and provides antimicrobial activity. The benzoic acid ester structure gives it hurdle-technology preservative-boosting capability. Not a traditional surfactant
Frequently Asked Questions
Is C12-15 Pareth-3 Benzoate safe in cosmetics?
1,4-dioxane risk from ethoxylated backbone. The benzoate ester provides antimicrobial action but is not a listed preservative - regulatory classification could be challenged in some markets. Potential for benzoic acid release on hydrolysis. Unique dual-function ingredient - acts as an emollient (smoothens/softens skin) and provides antimicrobial activity. The benzoic acid ester structure gives it hurdle-technology preservative-boosting capability. Not a traditional surfactant The EU classifies C12-15 Pareth-3 Benzoate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is C12-15 Pareth-3 Benzoate allowed in the EU?
C12-15 Pareth-3 Benzoate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does C12-15 Pareth-3 Benzoate do in cosmetics?
C12-15 Pareth-3 Benzoate functions as: Antimicrobial; skin conditioning; skin conditioning - emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: No unique CAS widely assigned (benzoic acid ester of C12-15 alketh-3).
What is the Margin of Safety for C12-15 Pareth-3 Benzoate?
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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