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Ethoxylated surfactant

C14-15 PARETH-7

CAS 68951-67-7
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

Polyethylene glycol ether of C14-15 fatty alcohols used as a nonionic surfactant and emulsifier. Considered safe in finished products but requires purification controls.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Effective nonionic surfactant and emulsifier
  • Solubilises oils in water-based products
  • Mild cleansing

Known concerns

  • Ethoxylated alcohol, possible 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residues
  • Mild eye irritant at high concentrations
  • Enhances penetration of other ingredients

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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