Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Nitrosamine formation risk; potential skin/eye irritation above 1%; stronger anionic surfactant than amino acid-based alternatives; patch testing recommended
Frequently Asked Questions
Is TEA-Tridecylbenzenesulfonate safe in cosmetics?
Nitrosamine formation risk; potential skin/eye irritation above 1%; stronger anionic surfactant than amino acid-based alternatives; patch testing recommended The EU classifies TEA-Tridecylbenzenesulfonate as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is TEA-Tridecylbenzenesulfonate allowed in the EU?
TEA-Tridecylbenzenesulfonate EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 2.5%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does TEA-Tridecylbenzenesulfonate do in cosmetics?
TEA-Tridecylbenzenesulfonate functions as: Surfactant – Cleansing, Foaming Agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 61886-59-7.
What is the Margin of Safety for TEA-Tridecylbenzenesulfonate?
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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