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OLETH-24

CAS 9004-98-2
90

Safety score · 0–100

Excellent

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

About

A mid-range ethoxylated oleyl alcohol surfactant providing balanced oil and water solubility, widely used in emulsions and cleansing products with a well-established safety profile in cosmetics.

Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), α-9-(Z)-octadecenyl-ω-hydroxy with an average of 24 mol EO. Functions as a nonionic emulsifier and co-surfactant. Not restricted under EU Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009; appears in CosIng without Annex II or III entries. The 24 mol EO chain provides a balanced hydrophilic-lipophilic balance suitable for a broad range of cosmetic emulsions.

Skin benefits

  • Versatile emulsifier for O/W emulsions
  • Stable across a range of pH and formulation types

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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