CETEARETH-18 is graded A (Safe) by Expert·ING, based on COSING regulatory data.
CETEARETH-18
Safety grade: A
This is a gentle cleaning agent made by combining natural plant oils with a synthetic ingredient. It helps mix oil and water together so they stay blended in creams and lotions.
It acts as an emulsifier and surfactant to help blend oils and water in cosmetic products while also providing mild cleansing properties.
Graded using: COSING.
Last verified: May 26, 2026
Other Surfactant ingredients
- COCAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE — Grade A
- SODIUM LAURETH SULFATE — Grade C
- XANTHAN GUM — Grade A
- CETEARYL ALCOHOL — Grade A
- CETYL ALCOHOL — Grade A
- STEARIC ACID — Grade A
- SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE — Grade C**
- COCO-GLUCOSIDE — Grade A