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Emulsifier

C12-15 ALKETH-3 (FORMERLY C12-15 PARETH-3)

CAS 68131-39-5 (generic)/ 106232-83-1 (generic) Updated
75

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A C12-15 fatty alcohol with just 3 EO units — basically a low-HLB co-emulsifier with emollient character. CIR-cleared family; yellow because very low EO behaves more like a lipid than a true surfactant.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Co-emulsifier for rich oil phases
  • Adds emollient feel
  • Improves spreadability

Known concerns

  • Very low EO is closer to fatty alcohol
  • Trace 1,4-dioxane control still applies
  • Limited stand-alone surfactancy

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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