Nonoxynol-9
INCI: NONOXYNOL-9
CAS 14409-72-4; 26027-38-3(generic); 26571-11-9; 37205-87-1(generic); 68412-54-4; 9016-45-9(generic)
Nonoxynol-9 is the ethoxylated alkyl phenol that conforms generally to the formula: (structure) where n has an average value of 9.
Generally Safe
This ingredient has a good safety profile based on available data.
Purpose
Function
Surfactant - Cleansing, Surfactant - Emulsifying
Profile
Properties
Silicone
Silicone free
Malassezia
Safe
Fungal Acne
Safe
Details
Description
Nonoxynol-9 is the ethoxylated alkyl phenol that conforms generally to the formula: (structure) where n has an average value of 9.
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