Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
1,4-Dioxane residual risk. Do not use on damaged skin (PEG class precaution).
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ceteth-10 Stearate safe in cosmetics?
1,4-Dioxane residual risk. Do not use on damaged skin (PEG class precaution). The EU classifies Ceteth-10 Stearate as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Ceteth-10 Stearate allowed in the EU?
Ceteth-10 Stearate EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ceteth-10 Stearate do in cosmetics?
Ceteth-10 Stearate functions as: Surfactant – emulsifying; emollient; co-emulsifier in O/W systems. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 69946-83-6.
What is the Margin of Safety for Ceteth-10 Stearate?
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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