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Emulsifier

PPG-5-CETETH-20

CAS 9087-53-0 / 37311-01-6
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A propylene glycol/ethylene glycol ether of cetyl alcohol used as a solubilizer and mild surfactant. Safe at cosmetic levels; main caveat is the dioxane impurity question shared by ethoxylates.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Effective solubilizer
  • Surfactant for clear formulas
  • Conditioning agent

Known concerns

  • May contain trace 1,4-dioxane (PEG class)
  • Penetration enhancer on broken skin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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