Sodium C12-13 Pareth-5 Carboxylate

INCI: SODIUM C12-13 PARETH-5 CARBOXYLATE (UPDATED: SODIUM C12-13 ALKETH-5 CARBOXYLATE)

CAS Number
68908-98-5 (same CAS covers the pareth carboxylate series — differentiated by EO moles)
Function
Cleansing agent, emulsifier, surfactant
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use; no specific restriction

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

1,4-dioxane / ethylene oxide residuals; moderate EO chain (5 mol) — standard ethoxylation residual controls apply

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sodium C12-13 Pareth-5 Carboxylate safe in cosmetics?

1,4-dioxane / ethylene oxide residuals; moderate EO chain (5 mol) — standard ethoxylation residual controls apply The EU classifies Sodium C12-13 Pareth-5 Carboxylate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Sodium C12-13 Pareth-5 Carboxylate allowed in the EU?

Sodium C12-13 Pareth-5 Carboxylate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Sodium C12-13 Pareth-5 Carboxylate do in cosmetics?

Sodium C12-13 Pareth-5 Carboxylate functions as: Cleansing agent, emulsifier, surfactant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68908-98-5 (same CAS covers the pareth carboxylate series — differentiated by EO moles).

What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium C12-13 Pareth-5 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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