Is Cetoleth-2 safe in cosmetics?
Cetoleth-2 has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Cetoleth-2
INCI: CETOLETH-2
Cetoleth-2 (CAS 68920-66-1 (generic group CAS for ethoxylated C16-18 \& C18-unsatd. alcohols)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Emulsifying agent (low-HLB co-emulsifier, W/O systems), surfactant. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
68920-66-1 (generic group CAS for ethoxylated C16-18 \& C18-unsatd. alcohols)
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Function
Emulsifying agent (low-HLB co-emulsifier, W/O systems), surfactant
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Not restricted; listed in VCRP as cosmetic ingredient; subject to MoCRA 2026 product listing requirements
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cetoleth-2 allowed in the EU?
Cetoleth-2 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Cetoleth-2 do in cosmetics?
Cetoleth-2 functions as: Emulsifying agent (low-HLB co-emulsifier, W/O systems), surfactant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68920-66-1 (generic group CAS for ethoxylated C16-18 \& C18-unsatd. alcohols).
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