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Surfactant

SODIUM DECETH-2 CARBOXYLATE

CAS 38815-93-9
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A decyl ether carboxylate with 2 ethoxylation units — short-chain mild cleanser used in low-irritation formulations. The carboxylate head group keeps it kinder to skin than equivalent sulfate-based cleansers.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild cleansing for low-irritation formulations
  • Effective oil and dirt removal
  • Compatible with sensitive-skin systems

Known concerns

  • Possible 1,4-dioxane traces from ethoxylation
  • Lower foam density than longer-chain surfactants
  • Limited published toxicology data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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