Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
May contain trace 1,4-dioxane as a by-product of ethoxylation - this is well-documented and controllable through purification (vacuum stripping); lanolin-derived, so potential for lanolin sensitivity in allergic individuals. Polyoxyethylene (10) ether of lanolin alcohols; the number 10 indicates 10 moles of ethylene oxide per mole of lanolin alcohol; functions as emollient, foam booster, dispersing agent, and plasticizer
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Laneth-10 safe in cosmetics?
May contain trace 1,4-dioxane as a by-product of ethoxylation - this is well-documented and controllable through purification (vacuum stripping); lanolin-derived, so potential for lanolin sensitivity in allergic individuals. Polyoxyethylene (10) ether of lanolin alcohols; the number 10 indicates 10 moles of ethylene oxide per mole of lanolin alcohol; functions as emollient, foam booster, dispersing agent, and plasticizer The EU classifies Laneth-10 as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Laneth-10 allowed in the EU?
Laneth-10 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Laneth-10 do in cosmetics?
Laneth-10 functions as: Emulsifier, surfactant (nonionic), wetting agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 61791-20-6.
What is the Margin of Safety for Laneth-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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