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Emulsifier

LAURETH-12

CAS 3056-00-6 / 9002-92-0
75

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

An ethoxylated lauryl alcohol — helps blend oily and watery ingredients in creams, lotions, and cleansers. Generally safe with standard purified-PEG caveats on residual 1,4-dioxane.

Skin benefits

  • Mild non-ionic emulsifier
  • Solubilizes oils in water
  • Standard cosmetic workhorse
  • Low irritation

Known concerns

  • Ethoxylated — trace 1,4-dioxane potential without purification
  • PEG-class precaution

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

PC

PubChem

U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.

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