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Emulsifier

C12-14 ALKETH-12

CAS 68439-50-9 (generic) Updated
62

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A C12-14 alkyl ether with 12 EO units — a balanced non-ionic surfactant/emulsifier. Mild and well tolerated, with the standard ethoxylation purity caveat.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Mid-chain non-ionic alketh — good HLB for O/W emulsions
  • Mild surfactant
  • Compatible with hard water

Known concerns

  • Ethoxylated — trace 1,4-dioxane risk
  • No specific CIR monograph for this homolog
  • Mild irritation possible at higher concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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