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Surfactant

SODIUM CARBOXYMETHYL C10-16 ALKYL GLUCOSIDE

CAS 383178-66-3 Updated
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

An anionic alkyl-glucoside surfactant derived from coconut/glucose chemistry. One of the milder cleansers available, with strong eye-safety record and minimal irritation.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Very mild plant-derived surfactant
  • Excellent eye-safety profile
  • Good foam quality in cleansers

Known concerns

  • Higher cost than sulfates
  • Possible mild dryness at high %
  • No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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