C12-16 Alkoxy Hydroxypropyl Ethyl Hydroxyethylcellulose
INCI: C12-16 ALKOXY HYDROXYPROPYL ETHYL HYDROXYETHYLCELLULOSE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Limited standalone toxicological data; must confirm absence of residual monomers or solvents from modification process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is C12-16 Alkoxy Hydroxypropyl Ethyl Hydroxyethylcellulose safe in cosmetics?
Limited standalone toxicological data; must confirm absence of residual monomers or solvents from modification process. The EU classifies C12-16 Alkoxy Hydroxypropyl Ethyl Hydroxyethylcellulose as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is C12-16 Alkoxy Hydroxypropyl Ethyl Hydroxyethylcellulose allowed in the EU?
C12-16 Alkoxy Hydroxypropyl Ethyl Hydroxyethylcellulose EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does C12-16 Alkoxy Hydroxypropyl Ethyl Hydroxyethylcellulose do in cosmetics?
C12-16 Alkoxy Hydroxypropyl Ethyl Hydroxyethylcellulose functions as: Viscosity controlling; Film forming; Emulsion stabilizing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: No CAS assigned — complex modified cellulose polymer.
What is the Margin of Safety for C12-16 Alkoxy Hydroxypropyl Ethyl Hydroxyethylcellulose?
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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