emulsifier

Ceteth-20

Also known as Cet-20
INCI: CETETH-20
CAS 9004-95-9
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-hexadecyl-.omega.-hydroxy- (20 mol EO average molar ratio)
Generally Safe
This ingredient has a good safety profile based on available data.
Purpose

Function

Nonionic O/W emulsifier, solubilizer, cleansing agent
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Malassezia
Safe
Fungal Acne
Safe
Details

Description

Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-hexadecyl-.omega.-hydroxy- (20 mol EO average molar ratio)

Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
9004-95-9
INCI
CETETH-20
Category
emulsifier
Updated
Apr 23, 2026