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Surfactant

C12-14 ALKETH-9 (FORMERLY C12-14 PARETH-9)

CAS 68439-50-9 (generic)
83

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A C12-14 fatty alcohol with 9 EO units — a workhorse mild emulsifier in body washes and lotions. CIR safe-as-used; main caveat is supplier 1,4-dioxane control. Low irritation makes it formulator-favorite for sensitive skin lines.

Function

SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild O/W emulsifier
  • Compatible with anionic surfactants
  • Reliable in body washes
  • Low cumulative irritation

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane manufacturing control
  • Mild eye sting in concentrated cleansers

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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