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Expert Verdict
Known spermicidal activity at high concentrations with acute oral LD50 >1 g/kg in rats; CIR 2023 re-review triggered for use in baby products at 0.1%; inhalation exposure at high doses caused pneumonia and edema in hamsters; contains residual ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane; generates environmental endocrine disruptor degradation products; not eligible for COSMOS or ECOCERT certification.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Octoxynol-9 safe in cosmetics?
Known spermicidal activity at high concentrations with acute oral LD50 >1 g/kg in rats; CIR 2023 re-review triggered for use in baby products at 0.1%; inhalation exposure at high doses caused pneumonia and edema in hamsters; contains residual ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane; generates environmental endocrine disruptor degradation products; not eligible for COSMOS or ECOCERT certification. The EU classifies Octoxynol-9 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Octoxynol-9 allowed in the EU?
Octoxynol-9 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Octoxynol-9 do in cosmetics?
Octoxynol-9 functions as: Surfactant - emulsifying, cleansing; fragrance functional. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9.
What is the Margin of Safety for Octoxynol-9?
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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