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Expert Verdict
1,4-dioxane residue and very limited standalone safety data; CPSR justification needed; supplier CoA recommended for 1,4-dioxane and heavy metals
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ceteareth-5 Phosphate safe in cosmetics?
1,4-dioxane residue and very limited standalone safety data; CPSR justification needed; supplier CoA recommended for 1,4-dioxane and heavy metals The EU classifies Ceteareth-5 Phosphate as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Ceteareth-5 Phosphate allowed in the EU?
Ceteareth-5 Phosphate EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ceteareth-5 Phosphate do in cosmetics?
Ceteareth-5 Phosphate functions as: Surfactant – emulsifying; cleansing (by structural analogy to Ceteareth-4 Phosphate). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned in CosIng (analogous to Ceteareth-4 Phosphate chemistry).
What is the Margin of Safety for Ceteareth-5 Phosphate?
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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