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Surfactant

PALMETH-2

60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A lightly ethoxylated palm-derived fatty alcohol used as a nonionic emulsifier. Class-typical PEG ether — possible trace 1,4-dioxane impurities and palm-sourcing sustainability concerns.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Mild nonionic emulsifier
  • Compatible with anionic surfactants
  • Stable formulating workhorse

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane from ethoxylation
  • Palm sourcing — sustainability question
  • Limited cosmetic-specific data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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