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Surfactant

C12-14 SEC-ALKETH-30

CAS 84133-50-6 (generic)/68131-40-8 (generic)
83

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A secondary C12-14 alcohol with a high 30-mole EO load. Very water-loving, very mild — used as a fragrance and active solubiliser in clear cosmetic systems. Class is CIR-affirmed safe at cosmetic levels.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGEMULSION STABILISING

Skin benefits

  • Very mild non-ionic surfactant
  • Strong solubiliser for actives
  • Low irritation profile

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane if not stripped
  • High EO can feel slightly tacky

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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