Glycereth-3

INCI: GLYCERETH-3

CAS Number
31694-55-0 (generic for glycerin ethoxylates)
Function
Skin-conditioning agent (emollient); surfactant — cleansing; surfactant — emulsifying
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — CIR concluded safe when formulated to be non-irritating (2020); EPA Safer Chemical Green Circle

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Process impurities 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide not reported in current use; non-mutagenic, non-irritating, with inhalation LC50 >3.575 mg/L.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Glycereth-3 safe in cosmetics?

Process impurities 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide not reported in current use; non-mutagenic, non-irritating, with inhalation LC50 >3.575 mg/L. The EU classifies Glycereth-3 as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Glycereth-3 allowed in the EU?

Glycereth-3 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Glycereth-3 do in cosmetics?

Glycereth-3 functions as: Skin-conditioning agent (emollient); surfactant — cleansing; surfactant — emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 31694-55-0 (generic for glycerin ethoxylates).

What is the Margin of Safety for Glycereth-3?

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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