Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Limited safety data as standalone ingredient; 1,4-dioxane impurity from ethoxylation process is a consideration; CPSR requires supplier certificate of analysis and toxicological dossier
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ceteth-20 Itaconate safe in cosmetics?
Limited safety data as standalone ingredient; 1,4-dioxane impurity from ethoxylation process is a consideration; CPSR requires supplier certificate of analysis and toxicological dossier The EU classifies Ceteth-20 Itaconate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Ceteth-20 Itaconate allowed in the EU?
Ceteth-20 Itaconate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ceteth-20 Itaconate do in cosmetics?
Ceteth-20 Itaconate functions as: Monomer and half-ester for film-forming copolymers. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (monomer intermediate; typically used as copolymer — Acrylates/Ceteth-20 Itaconate Copolymer).
What is the Margin of Safety for Ceteth-20 Itaconate?
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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