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PEG-5 LAURAMIDE

CAS 26635-75-6
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A nonionic surfactant and foam booster used in cleansing products; generally safe for cosmetic use with only minor concerns about processing impurities.

Polyethylene glycol lauramide (5 EO) is a nonionic surfactant derived from lauric acid, used to boost foam and viscosity in cleansers and body washes. The SCCS has noted that ethoxylation byproducts such as 1,4-dioxane (a potential carcinogen) can remain as trace contaminants; industry purification standards keep residual levels low. Not restricted under EU Cosmetics Regulation Annexes I–VI; safe for use when residual 1,4-dioxane is控制在可接受水平.

Skin benefits

  • enhances foaming and cleansing efficacy
  • improves product texture and stability

Known concerns

  • trace 1,4-dioxane impurity from ethoxylation process

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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