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Surfactant

C12-15 ALKETH-7 (FORMERLY C12-15 PARETH-7)

CAS 68131-39-5 (generic)/ 106232-83-1 (generic) Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A C12-15 fatty alcohol with 7 EO units — balanced HLB makes it a versatile O/W emulsifier and solubilizer. Standard CIR-cleared alkyl-ether family with the routine trace-1,4-dioxane manufacturing caveat.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Balanced HLB emulsifier
  • Solid O/W performance
  • Compatible with most actives
  • Mild on skin

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane managed at manufacture
  • Mild eye sting at high concentration

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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