DEA‑Myreth Sulfate

INCI: DEA-MYRETH SULFATE

CAS Number
Not standardized; analogous sodium myreth sulfate has its own CAS and was reviewed by CIR; DEA‑neutralized myreth sulfate does not have a clearly established CAS in public cosmetic inventories.
Function
Anionic surfactant and cleansing agent for shampoos, body washes, and similar rinse-off products
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status restricted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes CIR finalized a positive safety assessment for sodium myreth sulfate and related myreth sulfates as safe in current uses when formulated to be non-irritating; DEA-neutralized analogues subject to DEA group conclusion (safe as used, no nitrosating agents, control free DEA)

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Skin and eye irritation risk at higher concentrations with potential nitrosamine formation; EU restricts DEA-containing surfactants due to regulatory concerns.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is DEA‑Myreth Sulfate safe in cosmetics?

Skin and eye irritation risk at higher concentrations with potential nitrosamine formation; EU restricts DEA-containing surfactants due to regulatory concerns. The EU classifies DEA‑Myreth Sulfate as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is DEA‑Myreth Sulfate allowed in the EU?

DEA‑Myreth Sulfate EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does DEA‑Myreth Sulfate do in cosmetics?

DEA‑Myreth Sulfate functions as: Anionic surfactant and cleansing agent for shampoos, body washes, and similar rinse-off products. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not standardized; analogous sodium myreth sulfate has its own CAS and was reviewed by CIR; DEA‑neutralized myreth sulfate does not have a clearly established CAS in public cosmetic inventories..

What is the Margin of Safety for DEA‑Myreth Sulfate?

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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