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Surfactant

CETEARETH-60

CAS 68439-49-6 Updated
68

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A high-EO ceteareth surfactant (60 EO units), making it very mild and water-loving. Used in cleansers and emulsions. Standard PEG concern is trace 1,4-dioxane.

Skin benefits

  • Very mild high-EO surfactant
  • Good emulsifier and solubilizer
  • Low irritation in rinse-off

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane risk from ethoxylation
  • Possible ethylene oxide residue

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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