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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Ethoxylation-related 1,4-dioxane concerns. Limited water solubility (forms cloudy solutions) — impacts formulation behavior. Solidification point ~0°C
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Undeceth-5 safe in cosmetics?
Ethoxylation-related 1,4-dioxane concerns. Limited water solubility (forms cloudy solutions) — impacts formulation behavior. Solidification point ~0°C The EU classifies Undeceth-5 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Undeceth-5 allowed in the EU?
Undeceth-5 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Undeceth-5 do in cosmetics?
Undeceth-5 functions as: Surfactant (cleansing), surfactant (emulsifying), nonionic surfactant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 34398-01-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Undeceth-5?
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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