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Surfactant

C11-15 ALKETH-7 CARBOXYLIC ACID

63

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

The acid form of an ethoxylated fatty alcohol carboxylate — mild anionic surfactant. Class-safe with the standard 1,4-dioxane purification caveat; usually neutralised in formula.

Function

SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild surfactant
  • Emulsifier
  • pH-active

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane
  • Mild eye irritation
  • Synthetic

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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