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Surfactant

C11-15 PARETH-7 CARBOXYLIC ACID

CAS 246159-57-9 Updated
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A mild ethoxylated ether carboxylic acid surfactant (C11-15 alkyl, 7 mol EO) — a sulfate-free cleanser similar in profile to other Pareth-carboxylate variants.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild ether carboxylic acid surfactant
  • Cleanses and foams gently
  • Lower irritation than sulfates

Known concerns

  • Possible 1,4-dioxane trace from ethoxylation
  • Petroleum-derived alkyl chain

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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