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Surfactant

C12-13 PARETH-5 CARBOXYLIC ACID

CAS 70750-17-3 Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A mild ethoxylated ether carboxylic acid surfactant (C12-13 alkyl, 5 mol EO) — gentle cleanser similar to higher-EO Pareth carboxylates but with marginally higher irritation potential.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild ether carboxylic acid surfactant
  • Cleansing and emulsification
  • Lower irritation than sulfates

Known concerns

  • Lower EO content slightly raises irritation potential
  • 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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