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Surfactant

PPG-2 C12-13 ALKETH-8

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A non-ionic alcohol ethoxylate/propoxylate surfactant for mild cleansing and emulsification. Trace 1,4-dioxane is the main quality concern for this whole family.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Mild detergency
  • Emulsification
  • Low at-use irritation

Known concerns

  • 1,4-dioxane process residue
  • Class-level concentrate irritation

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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