And)Ceteth-20
Nonionic O/W emulsifier, solubilizer, cleansing agent
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details
Description
Nonionic O/W emulsifier, solubilizer, cleansing agent
Purpose
Function
Nonionic O/W emulsifier, solubilizer, cleansing agent
Profile
Properties
Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance
Regulatory Status
EU
Permitted
Safety
GOOD
US
Permitted
Absorptionlow
Sensitizationnone
MoSnot established
NOAEL50 mg/kg
ConcernLow
Verdict
Safe O/W emulsifier but CIR stipulates should not be used on damaged skin. Not COSMOS-eligible (ethoxylated).
US Note
CIR safe as used with caveat — should not be used on damaged skin. Control 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide.
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No registry identifiers available for this ingredient.