PPG-9-Ethylhexeth-5
AKA “SCHEMBL6510034, LLCXFSRLSYMSPW-UHFFFAOYSA-N”
Ingredient
Ingredient Facts
PPG-9-Ethylhexeth-5
AKA: SCHEMBL6510034, LLCXFSRLSYMSPW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Ingredient · Emulsifying · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
See also: PPG-9-Ethylhexeth-5 (annotation moved to).
Formula
C13H28O3
Mol. Weight
232.36
CAS #
64366-70-7
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Functions
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Surfactant
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Cleansing Surfactant
Emulsifier
Removes Impurities
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
Developed in the mid-20th century as a synthetic emulsifier and surfactant. Created to stabilize oil and water phases in cosmetics and improve texture and spreadability.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR