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Surfactant

OCTOXYNOL-70

CAS 9002-93-1 Updated
55

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

High-EO octylphenol ethoxylate surfactant. Effective but the octylphenol class is flagged for endocrine activity and aquatic toxicity, so cosmetic use is declining. Use with awareness.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Solubilises fragrance and oils
  • Cleansing power
  • Wets hard surfaces

Known concerns

  • Octylphenol metabolite is endocrine-active
  • EU REACH restrictions on industrial use
  • Highly toxic to aquatic life

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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