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| Catalog Number | CI-SC-0349 |
| Product Name | Nonoxynol-10 |
| CAS | 9036-19-5 |
| Description | Liquid, nonylphenol ethoxylate-based emulsifier and surfactant. It is nonionic and provides excellent detergency, rinse-ability. |
| Appearance | Slightly viscous liquid |
| Application | Emulsions for skin and hair care products |
| Storage | Store light-protected at a cool and dry place |
| HS Code | 3402130000 |
| INCI | Nonoxynol-10 |
| Uses | Recommended use level 1-5%. For external use only. |
What is Nonoxynol-10?
Nonoxynol-10 is a liquid, nonylphenol ethoxylate-based emulsifier and surfactant.
What are the recommended use levels for Nonoxynol-10?
The recommended use level for Nonoxynol-10 is 1-5%.
What are the applications of Nonoxynol-10?
Nonoxynol-10 is used in emulsions for skin and hair care products.
What are Nonoxynols used for in cosmetics and personal care products?
Nonoxynols are used in hair and skin care products, bath and shaving products, and personal cleanliness products.
How do Nonoxynols help in forming emulsions?
Nonoxynols help to form emulsions by reducing the surface tension of the substances to be emulsified.
What do the numerical values in Nonoxynols represent?
The numerical value in Nonoxynols represents the average number of moles of ethylene oxide added to produce the specific Nonoxynol ingredient.
Are Nonoxynols safe for use in cosmetics?
According to the Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel, Nonoxynols-1, -5, -6, -9, -10, -12, -14, -15, -30, -40, and -50 are considered safe as cosmetic ingredients in the present practices of concentration and use.
Do all Nonoxynol ingredients have the same level of toxicity?
According to the CIR Expert Panel, the toxic effects of higher molecular weight Nonoxynols (-9 to -50) are quantitative and most likely related to the rate of absorption as influenced by the ethoxy groups. However, there is no evidence of qualitative differences in toxicity between these Nonoxynols.
Are Nonoxynols safe for use around the eyes?
Due to severe ocular irritation produced by Nonoxynol-5 and -6, it is recommended to avoid using products containing low molecular weight Nonoxynols in the eye area.
Are there any concerns about the presence of unreacted nonylphenol in Nonoxynols?
The CIR Expert Panel noted the need for product formulators to exercise caution to ensure that any nonylphenol present in finished products is not found in toxic amounts. Unreacted nonylphenol may be present in low molecular weight Nonoxynols but are generally less than 500 ppm.
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