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Surfactant

C12-13 ALKETH-7 CARBOXYLIC ACID (FORMERLY C12-13 PARETH-7 CARBOXYLIC ACID)

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A mild ethoxy-carboxylate surfactant from C12-13 fatty alcohols — cleans gently and is often used in sulfate-free formulas. Standard ethoxylate purity caveats apply, but otherwise well tolerated.

Function

SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild ethoxy-carboxylate surfactant
  • Effective at gentle cleansing
  • Compatible with sulfate-free positioning
  • Helps lift dirt and oils

Known concerns

  • Ethoxylated chemistry — purified grades reduce 1,4-dioxane risk
  • Can be drying at higher % in leave-on
  • Trace ethylene oxide reactivity in manufacture

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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