Cosmetic ingredient (INCI)
C12-14 Alketh-2
Used in cosmetic products as film forming, hair conditioning and hair fixing. C12-14 Alketh-2 is the polyethylene glycol ether of a mixture of synthetic C12-14 fatty alcohols containing an average of 2 moles of ethylene oxide.
The chemical behind this ingredient
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This ingredient is not linked to a single chemical in our database, which is common for blends, extracts and polymers. Post a buy request with the INCI name and suppliers will quote.
Frequently asked questions
What is C12-14 Alketh-2 used for in cosmetics?
C12-14 Alketh-2 is used in cosmetic products as film forming, hair conditioning and hair fixing. C12-14 Alketh-2 is the polyethylene glycol ether of a mixture of synthetic C12-14 fatty alcohols containing an average of 2 moles of ethylene oxide.
Is C12-14 Alketh-2 restricted in cosmetics in the EU?
No EU restriction annex is recorded for C12-14 Alketh-2 in our records. Rules change and differ by market, so always check the current regulation before you formulate.