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Surfactant

C12-13 ALKETH-12 CARBOXYLIC ACID

64

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A high-ethoxylate carboxylic acid (12 EO) — mild anionic surfactant for low-irritation cleansers. Higher EO content softens irritation profile; dioxane stripping is standard.

Function

SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild anionic surfactant
  • High EO count → milder than low-EO siblings
  • Good cleansing in low-irritation systems

Known concerns

  • Possible 1,4-dioxane trace
  • Mild eye irritation
  • Limited homolog-specific dossier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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