C12-15 Pareth-7 Carboxylic Acid
INCI: C12-15 PARETH-7 CARBOXYLIC ACID (BEING UPDATED TO C12-15 ALKETH-7 CARBOXYLIC ACID)
Regulatory Status
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Expert Verdict
Residual 1,4-dioxane from ethoxylation; the carboxylic acid moiety makes it an anionic surfactant at higher pH, which may be slightly more irritating than the non-ionic pareths at high concentrations. Ether carboxylate surfactant combining ethoxylated alcohol backbone with terminal carboxylic acid group. More mild and dermatologically compatible than traditional anionic surfactants. pH-dependent charge behavior (anionic above ~pH 5)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is C12-15 Pareth-7 Carboxylic Acid safe in cosmetics?
Residual 1,4-dioxane from ethoxylation; the carboxylic acid moiety makes it an anionic surfactant at higher pH, which may be slightly more irritating than the non-ionic pareths at high concentrations. Ether carboxylate surfactant combining ethoxylated alcohol backbone with terminal carboxylic acid group. More mild and dermatologically compatible than traditional anionic surfactants. pH-dependent charge behavior (anionic above ~pH 5) The EU classifies C12-15 Pareth-7 Carboxylic Acid as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is C12-15 Pareth-7 Carboxylic Acid allowed in the EU?
C12-15 Pareth-7 Carboxylic Acid EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does C12-15 Pareth-7 Carboxylic Acid do in cosmetics?
C12-15 Pareth-7 Carboxylic Acid functions as: Cleansing; surfactant - cleansing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned in public databases (complex ether carboxylate mixture).
What is the Margin of Safety for C12-15 Pareth-7 Carboxylic Acid?
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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