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Steareth-20

Cleansing emulsifying surfactant
Status
Not listed in the restriction annexes
In brief
Stearyl alcohol reacted with ethylene oxide (20 units) produces this waxy, water-soluble compound. It's used in cosmetic formulations to help mix oil and water ingredients together, to clean the skin or hair, and to reduce surface tension between substances.
Appears in
0 catalogue products

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