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Surfactant

C12-13 ALKETH-15 (FORMERLY C12-13 PARETH-15)

CAS 160901-19-9 (generic)/ 66455-14-9 (generic) Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A C12-13 fatty alcohol with 15 EO units — a mild, water-soluble emulsifier used in creams and gel formulas. CIR-cleared alkyl-ether family with the standard manufacturer-controlled 1,4-dioxane caveat.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • High-EO solubilizer
  • Reliable O/W emulsifier
  • Compatible with most actives
  • Low irritation profile

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane managed at manufacture
  • Not for very low-cost budget bases

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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