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Surfactant

PPG-4 C12-14 SEC-ALKETH-5 (FORMERLY PPG-4 C12-14 SEC-PARETH-5)

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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

Renamed version of PPG-4 C12-14 SEC-PARETH-5 — same secondary-alcohol surfactant providing mild cleansing and stable emulsification in skin-care formulas. Standard PEG-class safety profile.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGEMULSION STABILISING

Skin benefits

  • Stable cosmetic emulsions
  • Mild cleansing without harsh defatting
  • Compatible with a wide pH range

Known concerns

  • Possible trace 1,4-dioxane from ethoxylation
  • Standard PEG-class biodegradability caveat

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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