Common Name(s): Decyltetradeceth-5,peg-5 decyltetradecyl ether,branched c24 ethoxylate-5
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Helps oil and water blend in rich creams and lotions.
Why It's Used: Hlb ~8 suitable for balanced o/w emulsification or w/o co-emulsification.
How It Works: 5 eo units give hlb ~8; branched c24 chain; used in rich cream emulsion systems.
Typically Found In: Rich creams,body butters,emollient formulas
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Functional ingredient โ emulsifier
Secondary Functions: Emollient,skin conditioning
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.5%โ5%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Conditional - supplier confirmation required
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Decyltetradecanol synthetic; eo from petrochemical. [audit 2026-07-29 rev2: status downgraded on audit. determination requires shariah-panel sign-off.]
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 1/5 โ very low
Comedogenicity Rating: 1/5 โ low
Sensitivity Concerns: Generally well tolerated.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Yes
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Good safety profile. ewg score: 1โ2.
Works Well With: Emollients,fatty alcohols,high-hlb emulsifiers
Avoid Combining With: No significant incompatibilities
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Decyltetradeceth-5 is the lowest commercially significant eo variant in the decyltetradecyl ethoxylate series; branching of c24 reduces crystallinity versus linear c24 ethoxylates.
Last Verified: 2026-03-27
Primary Sources: Cosing database,inci dictionary,supplier technical data