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Surfactant

C14-15 ALKETH-7

CAS 68951-67-7 (generic)
60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A low-EO alketh non-ionic surfactant — milder than higher-EO versions for some emulsions. Generally well tolerated with the usual ethoxylation caveat.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Non-ionic ethoxylated surfactant
  • Mild emulsifier
  • Solubilizer

Known concerns

  • Ethoxylated — possible 1,4-dioxane trace
  • Petrochemical sourcing

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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C14-15 ALKETH-7 (FORMERLY C14-15 PARETH-7)
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