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Surfactant

C12-13 PARETH-7

CAS 66455-14-9
68

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A mid-ethoxylate fatty alcohol surfactant used in cleansers and emulsions. Mild and well tolerated; standard 1,4-dioxane controls apply to ethoxylates.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier
  • Cleanses gently and rinses well
  • Lower irritation than sulfates

Known concerns

  • Ethoxylated raw material — trace 1,4-dioxane purity caveat
  • Class is broadly safe with standard purity controls

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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