Steareth-14

INCI: STEARETH-14

CAS Number
9005-00-9 (generic)
Function
Surfactant – cleansing; surfactant – emulsifying
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted in cosmetics; covered under CIR Steareth group safety conclusion

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

1,4-dioxane monitoring required; not individually named in original CIR report but structurally analogous

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Steareth-14 safe in cosmetics?

1,4-dioxane monitoring required; not individually named in original CIR report but structurally analogous The EU classifies Steareth-14 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Steareth-14 allowed in the EU?

Steareth-14 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Steareth-14 do in cosmetics?

Steareth-14 functions as: Surfactant – cleansing; surfactant – emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9005-00-9 (generic).

What is the Margin of Safety for Steareth-14?

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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