Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Surfactant with potential 1,4-dioxane trace contamination from ethoxylation; can irritate skin at high concentrations and must be formulated to be nonirritating.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Deceth-7 safe in cosmetics?
Surfactant with potential 1,4-dioxane trace contamination from ethoxylation; can irritate skin at high concentrations and must be formulated to be nonirritating. The EU classifies Deceth-7 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Deceth-7 allowed in the EU?
Deceth-7 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Deceth-7 do in cosmetics?
Deceth-7 functions as: Surfactant — cleansing, emulsifying (polyethylene glycol ether of decyl alcohol). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 26183-52-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Deceth-7?
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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