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Surfactant

PPG-2 C9-11 ALKETH-11

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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

The EU-updated INCI name (ALKETH) for a C9-11 fatty alcohol with 11 EO and 2 PO units — chemically the same molecule as PPG-2 C9-11 Pareth-11. Mild non-ionic surfactant suited to solubilising and emulsifying.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild non-ionic surfactant
  • Stable in acidic and alkaline systems
  • Helps solubilise oils

Known concerns

  • Short alkyl chain raises mild irritation
  • Trace 1,4-dioxane if not stripped

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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