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Surfactant

C12-16 PARETH-9

CAS 68551-12-2 Updated
68

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A pareth (PEG ether of a fatty alcohol mix) used as a mild non-ionic surfactant. Standard cosmetic workhorse; carries the trace dioxane caveat that travels with all PEG ethers.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Non-ionic surfactant/emulsifier
  • Mild on skin
  • Solubilizes oils
  • Cold processable

Known concerns

  • Ethoxylate — trace 1,4-dioxane risk
  • Variable supplier purity
  • Mild eye irritation potential

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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