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Emulsifier

C11-15 SEC-ALKETH-12

CAS 68131-40-8 (generic) Updated
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A secondary C11-15 alcohol with 12 EO units — a mild non-ionic emulsifier used in leave-on lotions and serums. Secondary OH plus generous EO load = particularly low irritation; class is CIR-affirmed safe.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Mild non-ionic emulsifier
  • Good solubilising power
  • Compatible with leave-on formulas

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane if not stripped
  • Slight eye irritation in concentrates

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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