Surfactant

PPG-5 C12-14 SEC-PARETH-9

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A nonionic ethoxylated/propoxylated surfactant on a secondary C12-14 alcohol — emulsifies and solubilises oils with a light feel. Safety profile depends on residual 1,4-dioxane control during manufacture.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

Nonionic surfactant for emulsification
Solubilises oils into water
Lower irritation than anionic surfactants
Stable across pH range

Known concerns

Possible 1,4-dioxane traces from ethoxylation
Polymer family with limited standalone tox data

References

EU CosIng database

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

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