Tetradecanol, 2-decyl-, ethoxylated, propoxylated (20 mol EO, 6 mol PO average molar ratio) Science: Functions: Surfactant - Cleansing, Surfactant - Emulsifying Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
CAS #
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Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Synthesized from decyltetradecanol, a fatty alcohol derived from petrochemical or plant-based sources. Produced through ethoxylation and propoxylation reactions that add ethylene oxide and propylene oxide chains to the alcohol backbone.
Function
Surfactant - Cleansing | Surfactant - Emulsifying
Benefits
Cleansing Surfactant
Emulsifier
Removes Impurities
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
Developed as a synthetic emulsifier in mid-20th century cosmetic chemistry. Designed to provide superior emulsification properties in complex cosmetic formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Not an Irritant
Concentration Guide
Industry Max
Industry typically uses up to 3.0% in leave-on products (2 products reported). Source: CIR Safety Assessment (CIR Seq 642).