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Emulsifier

CETOLETH-11

CAS 68155-01-1
60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A polyoxyethylene cetyl/oleyl alcohol used as an emulsifier. Like all PEGs, safety hinges on supplier purification to remove dioxane and ethylene-oxide residues.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Non-ionic emulsifier for creams and lotions
  • Solubilizer for oils
  • Stable across pH range

Known concerns

  • PEG/PEGylated alcohol — 1,4-dioxane impurity risk if not purified
  • Mild eye irritation potential at high % in raw form

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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