Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
1,4-dioxane (potential carcinogen) as ethoxylation by-product must test and document below 10 ppm per EU/SCCS recommendation. Low EO count results in stronger irritation potential than higher-EO laureths. Primarily used as a chemical intermediate rather than in finished products.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Laureth-1 safe in cosmetics?
1,4-dioxane (potential carcinogen) as ethoxylation by-product must test and document below 10 ppm per EU/SCCS recommendation. Low EO count results in stronger irritation potential than higher-EO laureths. Primarily used as a chemical intermediate rather than in finished products. The EU classifies Laureth-1 as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Laureth-1 allowed in the EU?
Laureth-1 EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Laureth-1 do in cosmetics?
Laureth-1 functions as: Emulsifier; surfactant; intermediate for SLES production. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 4536-30-5 (specific); also covered under 68439-50-9 (generic C12-14 alcohol ethoxylates).
What is the Margin of Safety for Laureth-1?
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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