Surfactant
C11-15 ALKETH-30 (FORMERLY C11-15 PARETH-30)
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A C11-15 fatty alcohol with 30 EO units — highly water-soluble, mild non-ionic surfactant used to clarify and stabilize skin care formulations. CIR-cleared alkyl-ether family with the routine supplier-side 1,4-dioxane caveat.
Function
Skin benefits
- Very mild solubilizer
- Excellent water solubility
- Stabilizes clear formulations
- Low cumulative irritation
Known concerns
- Trace 1,4-dioxane requires supplier control
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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