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Surfactant

C12-15 ALKETH-4 (FORMERLY C12-15 PARETH-4)

CAS 68131-39-5 (generic)/106232-83-1 (generic) Updated
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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 4 EO units — low-HLB co-emulsifier favored in oil-rich creams. CIR-cleared family; yellow rather than green because lower-EO grades have a mildly defatting balance on skin.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Lipophilic co-emulsifier
  • Adds rich feel to creams
  • Useful in W/O leaning systems

Known concerns

  • Low EO means more defatting potential
  • Trace 1,4-dioxane control needed
  • Best used as co-emulsifier not primary

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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