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Properties of Laureth-4

Boiling point: 267°C [at 101,325 Pa];

density: 0.89 [at 20°C];

vapor pressure: 1.47 Pa at 38°C;

odor: mild;

water solubility: 1.3 mg/L at 20°C.

Cosmetic ingredient functions: cleansing agent, surfactant (emulsifier), fragrance, antistatic agent, surfactant (cleansing agent).

CAS No. 68439-50-9,

molecular formula C14H30O

EINECS No. 500-213-3

Laureth (lauryl alcohol polyether) possesses anti-foaming properties. Polyether-based defoamers represent a major category of anti-foaming agents; they are non-toxic, odorless, and non-irritating, exhibit resistance to hard water, acids, and bases, and demonstrate good compatibility with various systems. While their defoaming efficiency may be lower than that of the other primary category—silicone-based defoamers—they are exceptionally effective at suppressing foam formation.

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Laureth (lauryl alcohol polyether) possesses anti-foaming properties. In cosmetics, it functions as an antistatic agent and an emulsifier; however, it should be noted that it carries a relatively high risk of causing skin irritation and acne.

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Post time: Nov-03-2026