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Surfactant

C12-13 ALKETH-1

CAS 66455-14-9 (generic)/160901-19-9 (generic)
64

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A C12-13 alcohol with just 1 EO unit — really an ether-emollient hybrid rather than a typical surfactant. Strong wetter but with elevated irritation potential due to minimal PEG shielding.

Function

SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Acts as ether-emollient
  • Good co-surfactant in oil systems
  • Improves spreadability

Known concerns

  • 1 EO = high irritation potential
  • Dioxane control critical
  • Defats skin in repeated use

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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