Is Isomyreth-3 safe in cosmetics?
Isomyreth-3 has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Isomyreth-3
INCI: ISOMYRETH-3
Isomyreth-3 (CAS Not readily available (PEG-3 isomyristyl ether; ethoxylated C14 branched alcohol)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Surfactant, emulsifying agent. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
Not readily available (PEG-3 isomyristyl ether; ethoxylated C14 branched alcohol)
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Function
Surfactant, emulsifying agent
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted with no specific CFR restriction
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Isomyreth-3.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Isomyreth-3.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Isomyreth-3 allowed in the EU?
Isomyreth-3 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Isomyreth-3 do in cosmetics?
Isomyreth-3 functions as: Surfactant, emulsifying agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not readily available (PEG-3 isomyristyl ether; ethoxylated C14 branched alcohol).
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