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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Cetyl hydroxyethylcellulose is a hydroxyethylcellulose derivative widely used as an emulsion stabilizer and surfactant with established safety profile and negligible absorption.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cetyl Hydroxyethylcellulose safe in cosmetics?
Cetyl hydroxyethylcellulose is a hydroxyethylcellulose derivative widely used as an emulsion stabilizer and surfactant with established safety profile and negligible absorption. The EU classifies Cetyl Hydroxyethylcellulose as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Cetyl Hydroxyethylcellulose allowed in the EU?
Cetyl Hydroxyethylcellulose EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Cetyl Hydroxyethylcellulose do in cosmetics?
Cetyl Hydroxyethylcellulose functions as: Emulsion Stabilising; Surfactant – Emulsifying; Viscosity Controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 83048-65-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Cetyl Hydroxyethylcellulose?
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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