Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
1,4-Dioxane and ethylene oxide impurity potential; limited individual safety data with ingredient-specific testing recommended for CPSR.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ceteareth-25 Carboxylic Acid safe in cosmetics?
1,4-Dioxane and ethylene oxide impurity potential; limited individual safety data with ingredient-specific testing recommended for CPSR. The EU classifies Ceteareth-25 Carboxylic Acid as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Ceteareth-25 Carboxylic Acid allowed in the EU?
Ceteareth-25 Carboxylic Acid EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ceteareth-25 Carboxylic Acid do in cosmetics?
Ceteareth-25 Carboxylic Acid functions as: Cleansing agent, surfactant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 246159-37-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Ceteareth-25 Carboxylic Acid?
adequate 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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