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Surfactant

TRIDECETH-10

CAS 24938-91-8 / 69011-36-5 Updated
60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An ethoxylated surfactant used to dissolve oils and fragrance into water-based products. Generally safe at cosmetic levels, but pharmaceutical-grade purification is what controls 1,4-dioxane traces.

Skin benefits

  • Effective nonionic surfactant and solubilizer
  • Helps disperse oils and fragrance in water systems
  • Used at low percentages

Known concerns

  • Ethoxylated; may carry trace 1,4-dioxane unless purified
  • Mild eye and skin irritation at higher levels
  • Pure functional aid with no skin benefit

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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