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Surfactant

PPG-2 C9-11 ALKETH-7 (FORMERLY PPG-2 C9-11 PARETH-7)

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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

EU ALKETH-renamed equivalent of PPG-2 C9-11 Pareth-7 — same C9-11 alcohol with 7 EO and 2 PO units. Balanced emulsifier and wetter; lower EO load than the 11-mole variant means slightly more skin-active.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Mild emulsifier and wetter
  • Good fragrance solubiliser
  • Stable across pH range

Known concerns

  • Short chain raises irritation
  • Trace 1,4-dioxane if not stripped
  • Defatting in repeated use

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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