Surfactant

C12-15 ALKETH-8 CARBOXYLIC ACID (FORMERLY C12-15 PARETH-8 CARBOXYLIC ACID)

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A balanced C12-15 ether-carboxylate cleanser with 8 EO units — effective for skin and hair without harshness. Standard ethoxylate purity caveats apply.

Function

SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

Balanced cleansing surfactant
Effective yet gentle
Good for skin and hair products

Known concerns

Ethoxylated — possible 1,4-dioxane traces
Standard ethoxylate purity caveats

References

EU CosIng database

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

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Emulsifier

C12-15 ALKETH-8 PHOSPHATE (FORMERLY C12-15 PARETH-8 PHOSPHATE)

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