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Surfactant

POTASSIUM TRIDECETH-7 CARBOXYLATE

65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

Potassium salt of an ethoxylated tridecyl ether carboxylate — a mild anionic surfactant for cleansers. Standard ethoxylate dioxane caveat applies.

Function

SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild cleansing
  • Good foam
  • Sulfate-alternative

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane risk
  • Petroleum-derived
  • Mild eye irritation potential

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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