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Surfactant

COCETH-7

CAS 61791-13-7 Updated
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

Coconut alcohol that has been ethoxylated 7 times. Acts as a mild surfactant and solubilizer. Standard PEG-class purification matters for trace-impurity safety.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild surfactant / emulsifier
  • Solubilizes fragrance and oils
  • Coconut-derived

Known concerns

  • PEG-class trace 1,4-dioxane / ethylene oxide concern
  • Possible eye irritation in concentrated cleansers

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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