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Surfactant

C12-13 PARETH-7 CARBOXYLIC ACID

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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 mild ethoxylated ether carboxylic acid surfactant with C12-13 alkyl chain — used for gentle cleansing and emulsification with a profile similar to other Pareth carboxylics.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - 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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