Skip to content

Surfactant

C12-14 SEC-PARETH-7

Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A mid-EO (7) C12-14 secondary-alcohol ethoxylate used as a balanced non-ionic emulsifier. Combines decent cleansing performance with skin compatibility, fitting cleanly into the well-studied Pareth/Aketh family.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGEMULSION STABILISINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mid-EO non-ionic emulsifier
  • Balances cleansing performance and mildness
  • Stable in shampoos, washes, and lotions

Known concerns

  • Ethoxylated material — controlled-purity grade required
  • Pareth label being phased out for ALKETH
  • Mild eye sting possible at high levels

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

Related surfactants

78
ALMONDAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE
Surfactant
 78
AMMONIUM DINONYL SULFOSUCCINATE
Surfactant
 78
ARGININE LAUROYL GLUTAMATE
Surfactant
 78
BABASSUAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE
Surfactant
 78
BUTYL GLUCOSIDE
Surfactant
 78
C11-13 PARETH-6
Surfactant
 78
C12-13 ALKETH-3 (FORMERLY C12-13 PARETH-3)
Surfactant
 78
C12-13 ALKETH-7 CARBOXYLIC ACID (FORMERLY C12-13 PARETH-7 CARBOXYLIC ACID)
Surfactant

Check your shelf

Find C12-14 SEC-PARETH-7 in your products.

Scan any cosmetic product with LuxSense to see if it contains C12-14 SEC-PARETH-7 and get a full ingredient breakdown with safety scores.

This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve — always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.