Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Ethanolamine component requires monitoring for nitrosamine formation; should not be used with nitrosating agents. The ethanolamine salt of PPG-6 laureth-7 carboxylic acid (where "-7" represents the number of ethylene glycol units including the carboxylate); mild anionic surfactant
Frequently Asked Questions
Is MEA PPG-6 Laureth-7 Carboxylate safe in cosmetics?
Ethanolamine component requires monitoring for nitrosamine formation; should not be used with nitrosating agents. The ethanolamine salt of PPG-6 laureth-7 carboxylic acid (where "-7" represents the number of ethylene glycol units including the carboxylate); mild anionic surfactant The EU classifies MEA PPG-6 Laureth-7 Carboxylate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is MEA PPG-6 Laureth-7 Carboxylate allowed in the EU?
MEA PPG-6 Laureth-7 Carboxylate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does MEA PPG-6 Laureth-7 Carboxylate do in cosmetics?
MEA PPG-6 Laureth-7 Carboxylate functions as: Surfactant - cleansing agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned a single definitive CAS (polymeric/ethoxylated structure).
What is the Margin of Safety for MEA PPG-6 Laureth-7 Carboxylate?
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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