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Surfactant

C9-11 PARETH-6

CAS 68439-46-3 Updated
60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An ethoxylated alcohol surfactant used to clean and emulsify. Functional and well established but, like all ethoxylates, requires purification to limit trace 1,4-dioxane.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Effective non-ionic surfactant
  • Solubilises oils
  • Wets surfaces well
  • Compatible with most formulas

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane from ethoxylation
  • Mildly defatting at higher %
  • Eye irritant if not balanced

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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