Skip to content

Surfactant

PEG-9/PPG-5 ETHYLHEXYL ETHER

75

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A medium EO/PO ether of 2-ethylhexanol — a non-ionic emulsifier and solubiliser for oils and fragrances. Considered safe at typical cosmetic levels with the usual ethoxylation purity caveat.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - SOLUBILIZING

Skin benefits

  • Non-ionic emulsifying surfactant
  • Solubilises oils and fragrances
  • Stable in cold-process formulations
  • Suitable for rinse-off and leave-on products

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane possible from ethoxylation if unpurified
  • Limited ingredient-specific safety data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

Related surfactants

75
AMMONIUM COCOYL ISETHIONATE
Surfactant
 75
BIS-(METHOXY PEG-22 EPOXIDIZED SOYATE) PEG-13
Surfactant
 75
C11-15 ALKETH-7 CARBOXYLIC ACID (FORMERLY C11-15 PARETH-7 CARBOXYLIC ACID)
Surfactant
 75
C12-13 ALKETH-2 PHOSPHATE (FORMERLY C12-13 PARETH-2 PHOSPHATE)
Surfactant
 75
C12-13 ALKETH-8 CARBOXYLIC ACID (FORMERLY C12-13 PARETH-8 CARBOXYLIC ACID)
Surfactant
 75
C12-15 ALKETH-12 CARBOXYLIC ACID
Surfactant
 75
C12-15 ALKETH-3 PHOSPHATE (FORMERLY C12-15 PARETH-3 PHOSPHATE)
Surfactant
 75
C12-15 ALKETH-8 CARBOXYLIC ACID (FORMERLY C12-15 PARETH-8 CARBOXYLIC ACID)
Surfactant

Check your shelf

Find PEG-9/PPG-5 ETHYLHEXYL ETHER in your products.

Scan any cosmetic product with LuxSense to see if it contains PEG-9/PPG-5 ETHYLHEXYL ETHER and get a full ingredient breakdown with safety scores.

This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.