Deceth-10

INCI: DECETH-10

CAS Number
26183-52-8 (generic PEG decyl ether series)
Function
Surfactant — emulsifying agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — CIR Expert Panel: safe as used when formulated to be non-irritating

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

1,4-Dioxane residual from ethoxylation must be controlled via vacuum stripping to <10 ppm (NY DEC) or <1 ppm (CA standard); skin irritation potential in concentrated form.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Deceth-10 safe in cosmetics?

1,4-Dioxane residual from ethoxylation must be controlled via vacuum stripping to <10 ppm (NY DEC) or <1 ppm (CA standard); skin irritation potential in concentrated form. The EU classifies Deceth-10 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Deceth-10 allowed in the EU?

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

What does Deceth-10 do in cosmetics?

Deceth-10 functions as: Surfactant — emulsifying agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 26183-52-8 (generic PEG decyl ether series).

What is the Margin of Safety for Deceth-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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