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Surfactant

DECETH-6

CAS 26183-52-8 / 5168-89-8 Updated
68

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A decyl alcohol ethoxylate surfactant (6 EO units). Mild nonionic cleanser and emulsifier — well tolerated in rinse-off; main concern is the small dioxane impurity from ethoxylation.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild cleansing
  • Emulsifies oils
  • Low skin irritation

Known concerns

  • Possible 1,4-dioxane trace
  • Mild eye sting at high %
  • Variable raw material

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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