TEA-Laneth-5 Sulfate

INCI: TEA-LANETH-5 SULFATE

CAS Number
Not assigned a single unique CAS (complex ethoxylated lanolin alcohol sulfate TEA salt)
Function
Surfactant (cleansing), foaming agent, emulsifier
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status restricted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Safe per CIR assessment of TEA-containing surfactants and laneth sulfates

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Lanolin allergy cross-reactivity; potential skin/eye irritation at high concentrations; nitrosamine risk; potential 1,4-dioxane contamination from ethoxylation; DEA control required

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is TEA-Laneth-5 Sulfate safe in cosmetics?

Lanolin allergy cross-reactivity; potential skin/eye irritation at high concentrations; nitrosamine risk; potential 1,4-dioxane contamination from ethoxylation; DEA control required The EU classifies TEA-Laneth-5 Sulfate as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is TEA-Laneth-5 Sulfate allowed in the EU?

TEA-Laneth-5 Sulfate EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does TEA-Laneth-5 Sulfate do in cosmetics?

TEA-Laneth-5 Sulfate functions as: Surfactant (cleansing), foaming agent, emulsifier. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned a single unique CAS (complex ethoxylated lanolin alcohol sulfate TEA salt).

What is the Margin of Safety for TEA-Laneth-5 Sulfate?

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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