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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Ethoxylated surfactant requiring 1,4-dioxane residual testing; sodium salt form flagged on precautionary grounds by some databases.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dilaureth-7 Citrate safe in cosmetics?
Ethoxylated surfactant requiring 1,4-dioxane residual testing; sodium salt form flagged on precautionary grounds by some databases. The EU classifies Dilaureth-7 Citrate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Dilaureth-7 Citrate allowed in the EU?
Dilaureth-7 Citrate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Dilaureth-7 Citrate do in cosmetics?
Dilaureth-7 Citrate functions as: Skin conditioning agent (emollient); Surfactant (cleansing and emulsifying). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Related to Laureth-7 Citrate (CAS 161756-30-5); specific di-ester CAS not individually listed.
What is the Margin of Safety for Dilaureth-7 Citrate?
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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