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PPG-4 LAURETH-5

CAS 68439-51-0
82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A dual PEG/PPG ether surfactant used as a co-surfactant in cleansing products and as a solubilizer for fragrances and oils.

PPG-4 LAURETH-5 is a non-ionic surfactant based on ethoxylated and propoxylated lauryl alcohol (C12), with an average of 5 moles EO and 4 moles PO per molecule. The moderate chain length provides good water solubility while maintaining compatibility with a range of oil phases. It is not subject to EU cosmetic restrictions and is widely used in body washes, facial cleansers, and similar rinse-off products.

Skin benefits

  • Effective solubilization of fragrances
  • Gentle co-surfactant in cleansers
  • Improves foam density

Known concerns

  • Residual trace monomers from lauryl alcohol source possible
  • Low irritation potential but not recommended for eye-contact products

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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