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Emulsifier

C14-15 ALKETH-4

CAS 68951-67-7 (generic) Updated
60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A C14-15 alkyl ether with 4 EO units — a low-ethoxylation alketh used to emulsify oils and condition skin. Watch for 1,4-dioxane control on ethoxylated grades.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Low-EO alketh — useful as O/W emulsifier and conditioning agent
  • Hard-water tolerance
  • Provides spreadability

Known concerns

  • Ethoxylated — trace 1,4-dioxane risk
  • Mild irritation at higher use levels
  • No specific CIR monograph for this homolog

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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