C40-60 Pareth-3

INCI: C40-60 ALKETH-3

CAS Number
246538-86-3 (generic)
Function
Surfactant – Emulsifying
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not established — No published NOAEL/SED data specific to this ingredient

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Potential 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residuals from ethoxylation process; must verify residual levels per EU/FDA expectations (<10 ppm 1,4-dioxane recommended).

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is C40-60 Pareth-3 safe in cosmetics?

Potential 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residuals from ethoxylation process; must verify residual levels per EU/FDA expectations (<10 ppm 1,4-dioxane recommended). The EU classifies C40-60 Pareth-3 as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is C40-60 Pareth-3 allowed in the EU?

C40-60 Pareth-3 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does C40-60 Pareth-3 do in cosmetics?

C40-60 Pareth-3 functions as: Surfactant – Emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 246538-86-3 (generic).

What is the Margin of Safety for C40-60 Pareth-3?

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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