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Surfactant

C20-22 ALKETH-30 (FORMERLY C20-22 PARETH-30)

84

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A high-MW ethoxylated fatty alcohol surfactant — C20-22 backbone with 30 EO units gives a hydrophilic, mild emulsifier. Long chain length and large size limit skin penetration.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Stable emulsions
  • Mild on skin
  • Solubilises oils
  • Good rinse-off behaviour

Known concerns

  • Possible trace 1,4-dioxane unless purified
  • No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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