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Surfactant

PROPYL C12-15 ALKETH-8 CARBOXYLATE

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A propyl ester of an alkyl ether carboxylate used as a mild surfactant and skin-feel enhancer. Class is generally well tolerated with the standard 1,4-dioxane caveat.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT

Skin benefits

  • Mild surfactant
  • Co-emulsifier
  • Skin-feel modifier

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane
  • Sparse independent literature

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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