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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Potential residual 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide from ethoxylation process; must be purified to acceptable trace levels. High HLB nonionic emulsifier; 22 moles of ethylene oxide yield strong hydrophilicity, excellent O/W emulsification and solubilization capacity
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Isosteareth-22 safe in cosmetics?
Potential residual 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide from ethoxylation process; must be purified to acceptable trace levels. High HLB nonionic emulsifier; 22 moles of ethylene oxide yield strong hydrophilicity, excellent O/W emulsification and solubilization capacity The EU classifies Isosteareth-22 as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Isosteareth-22 allowed in the EU?
Isosteareth-22 EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Isosteareth-22 do in cosmetics?
Isosteareth-22 functions as: Surfactant - Cleansing; Surfactant - Emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 52292-17-8 (generic isosteareth series).
What is the Margin of Safety for Isosteareth-22?
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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