Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Nitrosamine formation risk if combined with nitrosating agents; DEA impurity control required; Annex III/62 compliance mandatory
Frequently Asked Questions
Is TEA-Isostearate safe in cosmetics?
Nitrosamine formation risk if combined with nitrosating agents; DEA impurity control required; Annex III/62 compliance mandatory The EU classifies TEA-Isostearate as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is TEA-Isostearate allowed in the EU?
TEA-Isostearate EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does TEA-Isostearate do in cosmetics?
TEA-Isostearate functions as: Cleansing surfactant, emulsifier, hair conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 88120-12-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for TEA-Isostearate?
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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