Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
1,4-dioxane by-product concern. Ethylene oxide residues should be monitored. Can irritate skin at high concentrations — formulation must be non-irritating.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Laureth-12 safe in cosmetics?
1,4-dioxane by-product concern. Ethylene oxide residues should be monitored. Can irritate skin at high concentrations — formulation must be non-irritating. The EU classifies Laureth-12 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Laureth-12 allowed in the EU?
Laureth-12 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Laureth-12 do in cosmetics?
Laureth-12 functions as: Emulsifier; surfactant; solubilizer. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 3056-00-6 (specific dodecaethylene glycol monododecyl ether); also covered under 9002-92-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Laureth-12?
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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