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PPG-6-DECYLTETRADECETH-20

CAS -
76

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A nonionic surfactant with a higher degree of ethoxylation than its -12 counterpart, functioning as an emulsifier and solubilizer in skin care products.

PPG-6-Decyltetradeceth-20 is a nonionic surfactant structurally similar to PPG-6-Decyltetradeceth-12 but with a higher ethoxylation degree (20 vs 12 mol EO), reducing free ethylene oxide content. It is not subject to specific EU Cosmetics Regulation restrictions. Like its lower-EO homologues, it has low acute oral and dermal toxicity based on structural analogy to assessed ethoxylated alcohol surfactants.

Skin benefits

  • Solubilizes fragrance and oil components in aqueous formulations
  • Provides stable emulsification for skincare products

Known concerns

  • Mild skin and eye irritation possible at high concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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