C12-13 Pareth-2

C12-13 Pareth-2 is a cosmetic ingredient used as a surfactant - emulsifying, surfactant - cleansing agent. It is used in 3 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameC12-13 PARETH-2
FunctionSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING
CAS number66455-14-9
EC number500-165-3
Prevalence3 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inHaircare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches10

Used in

Shampoos 100%

Frequently asked

What does C12-13 Pareth-2 do in skincare?
C12-13 Pareth-2 functions as a surfactant - emulsifying, surfactant - cleansing agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is C12-13 Pareth-2 allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain C12-13 Pareth-2?
It is most commonly found in Haircare products, especially shampoos (100% of its uses).

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