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Emulsifier

CETETH-12

CAS 9004-95-9 / 94159-75-8 Updated
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A PEG-12 cetyl alcohol ether — a mild non-ionic emulsifier. Helps oils mix into water for smooth creams. Generally well tolerated; trace 1,4-dioxane from ethoxylation is the key quality concern.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Non-ionic emulsifier
  • Helps oil disperse in water
  • Mild detergent

Known concerns

  • Possible 1,4-dioxane impurity from ethoxylation
  • Ceteth surfactants can mildly irritate at high %
  • Polymer purity varies

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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