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Surfactant

CETOLETH-30

CAS 8065-81-4
62

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A polyethylene-glycol ether of cetyl alcohol used as a nonionic surfactant and emulsifier. Generally safe at cosmetic levels but ethoxylates can carry trace 1,4-dioxane unless purified.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Effective nonionic emulsifier and solubilizer
  • Stable across pH range
  • Helps deliver actives uniformly

Known concerns

  • Ethoxylated — possible 1,4-dioxane trace impurity
  • Less suited to leave-on products at high %
  • Mild eye irritation potential in surfactant systems

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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