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Anionic surfactant

SODIUM C14-15 ALKETH-8 CARBOXYLATE

78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

Mild alkyl ether carboxylate surfactant derived from C14-15 fatty alcohols ethoxylated with about 8 ethylene oxide units. Used as a gentle cleansing agent in rinse-off cosmetics where it foams and lifts away soil.

Function

SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild anionic surfactant used in cleansers, shampoos and body washes
  • Good skin and eye tolerance compared with classic sulphates
  • Stable across a wide pH range and compatible with other surfactants
  • Readily biodegradable when correctly formulated

Known concerns

  • PEGylated structure can introduce trace 1,4-dioxane if not purified
  • Surfactants of this class can be mildly drying with very frequent leave-on or high-concentration use
  • No dedicated CIR opinion identified for this exact alketh-carboxylate

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.