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Surfactant

NONYL NONOXYNOL-30

CAS 9014-93-1
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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

A nonylphenol ethoxylate surfactant. Functional but its class is restricted in the EU outside cosmetics for endocrine and aquatic concerns; modern formulators tend to avoid it.

Function

CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Effective non-ionic surfactant
  • Emulsifies oils and waxes
  • Cold-processable

Known concerns

  • Eye irritant (GHS H319)
  • Harmful if swallowed (H302)
  • Nonylphenol ethoxylate class — endocrine concerns
  • Poor aquatic biodegradability — EU restricted in many uses

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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