Surfactant
SODIUM TRIDECETH-4 CARBOXYLATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A tridecyl ether carboxylate with 4 ethoxylation units — a relatively gentle anionic cleanser, although the lower EO content means slightly more potential for skin tightness than higher-EO members of the same family.
Function
Skin benefits
- Effective gentle cleansing
- Lower irritation than sulfate alternatives
- Compatible with mild surfactant systems
Known concerns
- Possible 1,4-dioxane traces from ethoxylation
- Less foam volume than higher-EO variants
- Limited dedicated public toxicology
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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