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Surfactant

C12-14 SEC-ALKETH-7 (FORMERLY C12-14 SEC-PARETH-7)

CAS 68131-40-8 (generic)/ 84133-50-6 (generic)
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A renamed mid-EO (7) C12-14 secondary-alcohol ethoxylate, formerly SEC-PARETH-7. Identical chemistry; balances cleansing performance and skin compatibility within the well-studied Pareth/Aketh family.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGEMULSION STABILISING

Skin benefits

  • Mild non-ionic emulsifier
  • Balanced cleansing and mildness profile
  • Suitable for both rinse-off and leave-on

Known concerns

  • Ethoxylated material — controlled-purity grade required
  • Mild eye sting possible at high levels
  • No skincare benefit beyond formulation aid

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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C12-14 SEC-ALKETH-7
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