Octyldodeceth-5

Octyldodeceth-5 is a cosmetic ingredient used as a surfactant - emulsifying agent. It is used in 1 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameOCTYLDODECETH-5
FunctionSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
CAS number32128-65-7
EC number500-080-1
Prevalence1 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Eye Moisturizers 100%

Frequently asked

What does Octyldodeceth-5 do in skincare?
Octyldodeceth-5 functions as a surfactant - emulsifying agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Octyldodeceth-5 allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Octyldodeceth-5?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially eye moisturizers (100% of its uses).

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