Choleth-10

INCI: CHOLETH-10

CAS Number
27321-96-6
Function
Surfactant; emulsifier; solubilizer. PEG-10 ether of cholesterol (10 moles ethylene oxide)
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes FDA permitted for cosmetic use. CIR has reviewed Choleth-24 as representative of the Choleth group and found it safe

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Ethoxylated ingredient; must verify 1,4-dioxane residuals remain below 10 ppm as per standard ethoxylation safety protocols.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Choleth-10 safe in cosmetics?

Ethoxylated ingredient; must verify 1,4-dioxane residuals remain below 10 ppm as per standard ethoxylation safety protocols. The EU classifies Choleth-10 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Choleth-10 allowed in the EU?

Choleth-10 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Choleth-10 do in cosmetics?

Choleth-10 functions as: Surfactant; emulsifier; solubilizer. PEG-10 ether of cholesterol (10 moles ethylene oxide). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 27321-96-6.

What is the Margin of Safety for Choleth-10?

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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