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Surfactant

C9-11 PARETH-8

CAS 68439-46-3
60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A C9-11 alcohol ethoxylate (8 ethylene oxide units) used as a non-ionic surfactant. Common cleansing/solubilizing role; PEG-class needs proper purification of dioxane.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier
  • Solubilizer for fragrance/actives
  • Mild cleansing

Known concerns

  • Possible 1,4-dioxane and ethylene-oxide residuals
  • Mild irritation potential
  • PEG-class purification needed

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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