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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Ethoxylated — same 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residual concerns as \#6; must verify residual levels comply with NY DEC (<2 ppm by 2026) and California standards
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sodium Ceteth-13 Carboxylate safe in cosmetics?
Ethoxylated — same 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residual concerns as \#6; must verify residual levels comply with NY DEC (<2 ppm by 2026) and California standards The EU classifies Sodium Ceteth-13 Carboxylate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Sodium Ceteth-13 Carboxylate allowed in the EU?
Sodium Ceteth-13 Carboxylate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sodium Ceteth-13 Carboxylate do in cosmetics?
Sodium Ceteth-13 Carboxylate functions as: Surfactant (cleansing), surfactant (emulsifying). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 33939-65-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Ceteth-13 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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