Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Can be drying/irritating at high concentrations (soap character); nitrosamine formation risk; DEA impurity limits per Annex III/62
Frequently Asked Questions
Is TEA-Laurate safe in cosmetics?
Can be drying/irritating at high concentrations (soap character); nitrosamine formation risk; DEA impurity limits per Annex III/62 The EU classifies TEA-Laurate as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is TEA-Laurate allowed in the EU?
TEA-Laurate EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does TEA-Laurate do in cosmetics?
TEA-Laurate functions as: Surfactant (cleansing), emulsifier. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 4499-04-7.
What is the Margin of Safety for TEA-Laurate?
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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