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Surfactant

SODIUM C12-14 SEC-ALKETH-8 CARBOXYLATE

80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A C12-14 secondary alcohol ether-carboxylate with 8 EO units — gentle, well-rinsing surfactant with very good skin tolerance. The longer EO chain makes it noticeably milder than the low-EO sec-alkyl sulfate cousins.

Function

SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild cleansing
  • Excellent skin tolerance
  • Good rinsibility

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane risk if unpurified
  • Branched-chain biodegradability

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.