The Basics On Trideceth-12
What is Trideceth-12?
Trideceth-12 is a synthetic mixture of a fatty alcohol (tridecyl alcohol) and polyethylene glycol that functions as an emulsifier and cleansing agent.
What are other names for Trideceth-12?
PEG-12 TRIDECYL ETHER, POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL 600 TRIDECYL ETHER, POLYOXYETHYLENE (12) TRIDECYL ETHER, TRIDECETH-12, and TRIDETH-12
What is Trideceth-12 used for?
A synthetic mixture of a fatty alcohol (tridecyl alcohol) and polyethylene glycol that functions as an emulsifier and cleansing agent. Extensive research has shown this and other trideceth-type ingredients to be safe and non-sensitizing when used in low amounts typically seen in cosmetic products.
How Trideceth-12 is classified
Cleansing Agents, Emulsifiers
Recommendations for using Trideceth-12 during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Limited data suggests no known risk
Trideceth-12 During Pregnancy
What we know about using Trideceth-12 while pregnant or breastfeeding
Limited information available.
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General safety info about Trideceth-12 from CIR
No report found.
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Products where you might find Trideceth-12
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List of References
General sources: Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK501922/
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