Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
CIR concluded safe (1999, reaffirmed 2025) when formulated to be nonirritating. Not for use on damaged or compromised skin. Critical control: 1,4-dioxane (target <10 ppm).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Oleth-10 safe in cosmetics?
CIR concluded safe (1999, reaffirmed 2025) when formulated to be nonirritating. Not for use on damaged or compromised skin. Critical control: 1,4-dioxane (target <10 ppm). The EU classifies Oleth-10 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Oleth-10 allowed in the EU?
Oleth-10 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Oleth-10 do in cosmetics?
Oleth-10 functions as: Emulsifying, Surfactant, Solubilizing, Penetration Enhancer. It is classified as a Surfactant in our database. CAS number: 9004-98-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for Oleth-10?
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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