Surfactant
PPG-5 C12-14 SEC-ALKETH-7 (FORMERLY PPG-5 C12-14 SEC-PARETH-7)
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
An emulsifying surfactant with moderate ethoxylation that stabilizes oil-in-water emulsions while providing gentle cleansing — commonly used in body lotions and creams.
Function
Skin benefits
- Stable oil-in-water emulsions
- Mild cleansing in body lotions
- Compatible with various oil phases
Known concerns
- Possible trace 1,4-dioxane from ethoxylation
- Standard PEG-class environmental persistence
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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Same plant / compound family
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