Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Ethoxylated surfactant with low degree of ethoxylation (3 EO); potential for skin/eye irritation if not properly formulated; verify 1,4-dioxane residuals per NY DEC (≤2 ppm) and CA Prop 65 limits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Disodium Oleth-3 Sulfosuccinate safe in cosmetics?
Ethoxylated surfactant with low degree of ethoxylation (3 EO); potential for skin/eye irritation if not properly formulated; verify 1,4-dioxane residuals per NY DEC (≤2 ppm) and CA Prop 65 limits. The EU classifies Disodium Oleth-3 Sulfosuccinate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Disodium Oleth-3 Sulfosuccinate allowed in the EU?
Disodium Oleth-3 Sulfosuccinate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Disodium Oleth-3 Sulfosuccinate do in cosmetics?
Disodium Oleth-3 Sulfosuccinate functions as: Surfactant – cleansing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 89961-55-7.
What is the Margin of Safety for Disodium Oleth-3 Sulfosuccinate?
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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