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TRIDECETH-4 CARBOXYLIC ACID

CAS 68412-55-5 Updated
73

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A C13 branched-alcohol ether carboxylic acid with only 4 EO units — moderately mild anionic cleanser. Lower EO chain reduces mildness margin compared with longer-chain analogs.

Function

CLEANSINGFOAMINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild branched C13 ether carboxylate
  • Effective at low concentrations
  • Useful in foaming personal care

Known concerns

  • Short 4-EO chain — less mild than higher-EO homologs
  • Possible trace 1,4-dioxane from ethoxylation
  • Branched C13 less biodegradable than linear

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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