Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Coceth-5 is a permitted surfactant with adequate margin of safety; monitor for 1,4-dioxane impurities and formulate to avoid irritation at higher concentrations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Coceth-5 safe in cosmetics?
Coceth-5 is a permitted surfactant with adequate margin of safety; monitor for 1,4-dioxane impurities and formulate to avoid irritation at higher concentrations. The EU classifies Coceth-5 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Coceth-5 allowed in the EU?
Coceth-5 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Coceth-5 do in cosmetics?
Coceth-5 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-5?
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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