Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residues; highest ethoxylation in this series means the most ethylene oxide was consumed in synthesis, requiring rigorous purification. Extremely high HLB (>17); very hydrophilic; excellent for solubilizing oils and fragrances into aqueous systems; rarely used as a primary emulsifier - more often a solubilizer or co-surfactant
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Isosteareth-50 safe in cosmetics?
1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residues; highest ethoxylation in this series means the most ethylene oxide was consumed in synthesis, requiring rigorous purification. Extremely high HLB (>17); very hydrophilic; excellent for solubilizing oils and fragrances into aqueous systems; rarely used as a primary emulsifier - more often a solubilizer or co-surfactant The EU classifies Isosteareth-50 as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Isosteareth-50 allowed in the EU?
Isosteareth-50 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Isosteareth-50 do in cosmetics?
Isosteareth-50 functions as: Surfactant - Emulsifying; Surfactant - Cleansing; solubilizer. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 52292-17-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Isosteareth-50?
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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