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Emulsifier

C20-40 ALKETH-24

CAS 246538-83-0 (generic)
65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A higher-EO version of long-chain alketh emulsifiers — more hydrophilic so it stabilizes very oily creams. Mild and well tolerated.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Higher-EO heavy emulsifier
  • Stable in high-oil systems
  • Mild on skin

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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C20-40 ALKETH-24 (FORMERLY C20-40 PARETH-24)
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