C12-15 Pareth-7
INCI: C12-15 PARETH-7 (BEING UPDATED TO C12-15 ALKETH-7)
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Residual 1,4-dioxane from ethoxylation; potential mild skin/eye irritation; CIR has reviewed alkyl ethoxylates favorably. Higher ethoxylation (7 EO) than Pareth-5 makes it more hydrophilic, providing better emulsification of oils in water. Excellent washing and emulsifying properties particularly suited for hair cosmetics
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is C12-15 Pareth-7 safe in cosmetics?
Residual 1,4-dioxane from ethoxylation; potential mild skin/eye irritation; CIR has reviewed alkyl ethoxylates favorably. Higher ethoxylation (7 EO) than Pareth-5 makes it more hydrophilic, providing better emulsification of oils in water. Excellent washing and emulsifying properties particularly suited for hair cosmetics The EU classifies C12-15 Pareth-7 as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is C12-15 Pareth-7 allowed in the EU?
C12-15 Pareth-7 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does C12-15 Pareth-7 do in cosmetics?
C12-15 Pareth-7 functions as: Surfactant - cleansing; surfactant - emulsifying; fragrance functional. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68131-39-5 (same CAS family as C12-15 Pareth-5, differentiated by avg. 7 mol EO).
What is the Margin of Safety for C12-15 Pareth-7?
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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