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Surfactant

C12-14 ALKETH-3 (FORMERLY C12-14 PARETH-3)

CAS 68439-50-9 (generic)
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A short-chain (C12-14) alcohol PEG ether with only 3 EO units — strongly lipophilic, cuts through grease in cleansers. Slightly higher irritation profile than higher-EO grades.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Effective grease cleansing
  • Low-HLB emulsification
  • Performance at low %
  • Rich-emollient compatibility

Known concerns

  • Higher irritation than higher-EO grades
  • Trace dioxane caveat
  • Best in rinse-off

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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