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Surfactant

C11-15 ALKETH-7 CARBOXYLIC ACID (FORMERLY C11-15 PARETH-7 CARBOXYLIC ACID)

CAS 68954-90-5 (generic) Updated
75

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A mid-chain (C11-15) ether-carboxylate cleanser with 7 EO units. Removes dirt effectively while staying compatible with skin; ethoxylate purity caveat applies.

Function

SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild surfactant
  • Effective dirt removal
  • Good co-surfactant compatibility

Known concerns

  • Ethoxylated — possible 1,4-dioxane traces
  • Standard ethoxylate purity caveats

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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