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Expert Verdict
Standard ethoxylation concern for residual 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide. PEG ethers generally have low irritation potential but should be tested per CIR guidance. Potential for enhanced skin penetration of other ingredients. A PEG ether of branched C16 (isocetyl) alcohol with 10 moles of ethylene oxide. Functions as a non-ionic emulsifier and solubilizer. Commercially available as NIKKOL BH-10 from Nikko Chemicals
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Isoceteth-10 safe in cosmetics?
Standard ethoxylation concern for residual 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide. PEG ethers generally have low irritation potential but should be tested per CIR guidance. Potential for enhanced skin penetration of other ingredients. A PEG ether of branched C16 (isocetyl) alcohol with 10 moles of ethylene oxide. Functions as a non-ionic emulsifier and solubilizer. Commercially available as NIKKOL BH-10 from Nikko Chemicals The EU classifies Isoceteth-10 as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Isoceteth-10 allowed in the EU?
Isoceteth-10 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Isoceteth-10 do in cosmetics?
Isoceteth-10 functions as: Surfactant - Cleansing; Surfactant - Emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 69364-63-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for Isoceteth-10?
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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