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Surfactant

C11-13 ALKETH-9

CAS 308060-94-8 (generic)
68

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A medium-chain ethoxylated fatty alcohol surfactant — milder than low-EO siblings. CIR has cleared the alkyl PEG ether class as safe when formulated to be non-irritating.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Non-ionic surfactant
  • Solubilizes oils
  • Mild on skin at typical use

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane risk in unpurified PEG
  • Mild irritation potential
  • Petroleum-derived

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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C11-13 ALKETH-9 (FORMERLY C11-13 PARETH-9)
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