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ISODECETH-4

76

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An ethoxylated branched-chain alcohol surfactant used for its cleansing and emulsifying properties, with good skin compatibility for cosmetic use.

Isodeceth-4 is the polyethylene glycol ether of branched-chain isodecyl alcohol (C10 branched) with an average of 4 moles EO, functioning as a nonionic surfactant, cleansing agent, and emulsifier. The branched-chain structure provides improved solubility compared to linear analogues and good low-temperature stability. It is listed in EU CosIng without specific restriction and is considered safe at standard cosmetic use levels.

Skin benefits

  • Excellent cleansing and emulsifying properties
  • Branched structure improves solubility and formulation flexibility
  • Good skin compatibility typical of low-EO alcohol ethers

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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