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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Ethoxylated ingredient requiring testing for 1,4-dioxane (less than 10 ppm per EU/SCCS recommendation) and ethylene oxide residuals; not COSMOS-eligible unless derived from verified green-chemistry ethoxylation process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dihydrocholeth-15 safe in cosmetics?
Ethoxylated ingredient requiring testing for 1,4-dioxane (less than 10 ppm per EU/SCCS recommendation) and ethylene oxide residuals; not COSMOS-eligible unless derived from verified green-chemistry ethoxylation process. The EU classifies Dihydrocholeth-15 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Dihydrocholeth-15 allowed in the EU?
Dihydrocholeth-15 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Dihydrocholeth-15 do in cosmetics?
Dihydrocholeth-15 functions as: Surfactant, emulsifying agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned (PEG-15 dihydrocholesterol ether).
What is the Margin of Safety for Dihydrocholeth-15?
not established 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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