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Expert Verdict
EU Annex V restricted at maximum 0.25%; irritation risk at higher concentrations; ocular irritant potential; verify use level does not exceed limit
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ceteartrimonium Chloride safe in cosmetics?
EU Annex V restricted at maximum 0.25%; irritation risk at higher concentrations; ocular irritant potential; verify use level does not exceed limit The EU classifies Ceteartrimonium Chloride as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Ceteartrimonium Chloride allowed in the EU?
Ceteartrimonium Chloride EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 0.25%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ceteartrimonium Chloride do in cosmetics?
Ceteartrimonium Chloride functions as: Antistatic; Hair Conditioning; Preservative. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: No single CAS (mixture of cetrimonium chloride [112-02-7] + steartrimonium chloride [112-03-8]).
What is the Margin of Safety for Ceteartrimonium Chloride?
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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