Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
1,4-Dioxane contamination potential (ethoxylation byproduct); ensure ≤10 ppm. GHS: H302 (harmful if swallowed), H318 (serious eye damage), H400/H412 (aquatic toxicity) per ECHA C&L notifications for raw material. Potential penetration enhancement effects noted for some alkyl PEG ethers. Formulate to be non-irritating.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Coceth-10 safe in cosmetics?
1,4-Dioxane contamination potential (ethoxylation byproduct); ensure ≤10 ppm. GHS: H302 (harmful if swallowed), H318 (serious eye damage), H400/H412 (aquatic toxicity) per ECHA C&L notifications for raw material. Potential penetration enhancement effects noted for some alkyl PEG ethers. Formulate to be non-irritating. The EU classifies Coceth-10 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Coceth-10 allowed in the EU?
Coceth-10 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Coceth-10 do in cosmetics?
Coceth-10 functions as: Surfactant – emulsifying; surfactant – cleansing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 61791-13-7.
What is the Margin of Safety for Coceth-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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