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Surfactant

C12-14 SEC-PARETH-20

CAS 84133-50-6 Updated
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A mid-high (20 EO) C12-14 secondary-alcohol ethoxylate used as a mild non-ionic emulsifier and fragrance solubiliser. The 20-EO grade is a versatile workhorse with a generally favourable safety record.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGEMULSION STABILISINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mid-high EO non-ionic emulsifier
  • Good fragrance and oil solubiliser
  • Mild on skin in finished cosmetics

Known concerns

  • Ethoxylated material — needs controlled 1,4-dioxane grade
  • Pareth label being phased out for ALKETH
  • No direct skincare benefit beyond emulsification

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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