Laureth-7 Citrate

INCI: LAURETH-7 CITRATE

CAS Number
161756-30-5
Function
Anionic surfactant – cleansing; mild co-surfactant for shampoos, shower/bath preparations, facial washes
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — no specific CFR restriction

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

1,4-dioxane and diethylene glycol as potential impurities; ensure ethoxylation byproduct control

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Laureth-7 Citrate safe in cosmetics?

1,4-dioxane and diethylene glycol as potential impurities; ensure ethoxylation byproduct control The EU classifies Laureth-7 Citrate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Laureth-7 Citrate allowed in the EU?

Laureth-7 Citrate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Laureth-7 Citrate do in cosmetics?

Laureth-7 Citrate functions as: Anionic surfactant – cleansing; mild co-surfactant for shampoos, shower/bath preparations, facial washes. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 161756-30-5.

What is the Margin of Safety for Laureth-7 Citrate?

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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