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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Potential 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residuals from ethoxylation manufacturing; must be controlled to <10 ppm (1,4-dioxane) per industry standards
Frequently Asked Questions
Is C12-15 Pareth-8 Carboxylic Acid safe in cosmetics?
Potential 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residuals from ethoxylation manufacturing; must be controlled to <10 ppm (1,4-dioxane) per industry standards The EU classifies C12-15 Pareth-8 Carboxylic Acid as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is C12-15 Pareth-8 Carboxylic Acid allowed in the EU?
C12-15 Pareth-8 Carboxylic Acid EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does C12-15 Pareth-8 Carboxylic Acid do in cosmetics?
C12-15 Pareth-8 Carboxylic Acid functions as: Cleansing agent; Surfactant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 88497-58-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for C12-15 Pareth-8 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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