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Surfactant

C12-15 PARETH-3

CAS 68131-39-5 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

C12-15 Pareth-3 — a low-mole ethoxylated fatty alcohol surfactant. Cleans and solubilizes well, but the low ethoxylation level makes 1,4-dioxane purity especially important.

Skin benefits

  • Cleansing
  • Solubilizing
  • Versatile in formulation

Known concerns

  • Low-mole pareths have higher 1,4-dioxane risk
  • Possible mild irritation
  • Source quality critical

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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