Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Greater irritation risk than higher-EO Coceth variants when used undiluted or at high concentration. 1,4-Dioxane monitoring required. Potential penetration enhancement effect. Must be formulated to be non-irritating.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Coceth-3 safe in cosmetics?
Greater irritation risk than higher-EO Coceth variants when used undiluted or at high concentration. 1,4-Dioxane monitoring required. Potential penetration enhancement effect. Must be formulated to be non-irritating. The EU classifies Coceth-3 as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Coceth-3 allowed in the EU?
Coceth-3 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Coceth-3 do in cosmetics?
Coceth-3 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-3?
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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