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Expert Verdict
1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residual monitoring; eye irritation possible at high concentrations
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sodium Laureth-5 Carboxylate safe in cosmetics?
1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residual monitoring; eye irritation possible at high concentrations The EU classifies Sodium Laureth-5 Carboxylate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Sodium Laureth-5 Carboxylate allowed in the EU?
Sodium Laureth-5 Carboxylate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sodium Laureth-5 Carboxylate do in cosmetics?
Sodium Laureth-5 Carboxylate functions as: Cleansing, foaming, surfactant; mild foam booster (trade name: AKYPO FOAM RL 40). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 33939-64-9 / 38975-03-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Laureth-5 Carboxylate?
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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