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Surfactant

PEG-12 ALLYL ETHER

CAS 27274-31-3
58

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

A polyethylene-glycol allyl ether — used as a solubilizer and reactive PEG building block. Generally low toxicity but can carry 1,4-dioxane or unreacted monomer residues unless purified.

Function

BINDING

Skin benefits

  • Surfactant/solubilizer
  • Helps disperse oils in water
  • Useful in mild cleansers

Known concerns

  • PEG class — possible 1,4-dioxane / ethylene-oxide residues
  • Allyl ether reactivity may give residual monomers
  • Best at purified cosmetic grade

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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