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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
1,4-dioxane is the primary concern — ethoxylated sulfate, classic source of 1,4-dioxane contamination. Must verify via HS-GC-MS testing. NY DEC limits apply (2 ppm rinse-off effective 12/31/2023; 10 ppm as manufactured). Vacuum stripping/purification required from supplier
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sodium C9-15 Pareth-3 Sulfate safe in cosmetics?
1,4-dioxane is the primary concern — ethoxylated sulfate, classic source of 1,4-dioxane contamination. Must verify via HS-GC-MS testing. NY DEC limits apply (2 ppm rinse-off effective 12/31/2023; 10 ppm as manufactured). Vacuum stripping/purification required from supplier The EU classifies Sodium C9-15 Pareth-3 Sulfate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Sodium C9-15 Pareth-3 Sulfate allowed in the EU?
Sodium C9-15 Pareth-3 Sulfate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sodium C9-15 Pareth-3 Sulfate do in cosmetics?
Sodium C9-15 Pareth-3 Sulfate functions as: Anionic surfactant, cleansing agent, foaming agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Related to 125301-92-0 (sodium C12-15 pareth-3 sulfate family).
What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium C9-15 Pareth-3 Sulfate?
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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