C12-14 Sec-Alketh-5 (Formerly C12-14 Sec-Pareth-5)
A cosmetic ingredient used as antifoaming, surfactant - emulsifying, emulsion stabilising in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
C12-14 Sec-Alketh-5 is the polyethylene glycol ether of a mixture of synthetic secondary C12-14 alcohols with an average ethoxylation value of 5.
What does it do?
C12-14 Sec-Alketh-5 (Formerly C12-14 Sec-Pareth-5) is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antifoaming
reduces or prevents foam formation during processing or use
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
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Emulsion stabilising
stabilises emulsions of oil and water, preventing separation over time
EU regulatory status
C12-14 Sec-Alketh-5 (Formerly C12-14 Sec-Pareth-5) is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is C12-14 Sec-Alketh-5 (Formerly C12-14 Sec-Pareth-5)?
C12-14 Sec-Alketh-5 (Formerly C12-14 Sec-Pareth-5) is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. C12-14 Sec-Alketh-5 is the polyethylene glycol ether of a mixture of synthetic secondary C12-14 alcohols with an average ethoxylation value of 5.
Is C12-14 Sec-Alketh-5 (Formerly C12-14 Sec-Pareth-5) allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. C12-14 Sec-Alketh-5 (Formerly C12-14 Sec-Pareth-5) is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does C12-14 Sec-Alketh-5 (Formerly C12-14 Sec-Pareth-5) do in cosmetic products?
C12-14 Sec-Alketh-5 (Formerly C12-14 Sec-Pareth-5) is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antifoaming, surfactant - emulsifying, emulsion stabilising.
What is the CAS number of C12-14 Sec-Alketh-5 (Formerly C12-14 Sec-Pareth-5)?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for C12-14 Sec-Alketh-5 (Formerly C12-14 Sec-Pareth-5) is 68131-40-8 (generic), 84133-50-6 (generic).
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 19/02/2024