Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Nitrosamine risk from TEA moiety only; starch-derived, generally well-tolerated; multifunctional but uncommon in market
Frequently Asked Questions
Is TEA-Dextrin Octenylsuccinate safe in cosmetics?
Nitrosamine risk from TEA moiety only; starch-derived, generally well-tolerated; multifunctional but uncommon in market The EU classifies TEA-Dextrin Octenylsuccinate as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is TEA-Dextrin Octenylsuccinate allowed in the EU?
TEA-Dextrin Octenylsuccinate EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does TEA-Dextrin Octenylsuccinate do in cosmetics?
TEA-Dextrin Octenylsuccinate functions as: Emulsion Stabilising, Humectant, Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning – Emollient, Surfactant – Cleansing, Surfactant – Emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: No single CAS assigned (TEA salt of the reaction product of octenylsuccinic anhydride with dextrin).
What is the Margin of Safety for TEA-Dextrin Octenylsuccinate?
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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