AKA: 2-(Tetradecyloxy)ethanol, 2136-70-1, Myristyl monoethoxylate, Ethanol, Ethylene glycol monotetradecyl ether, 2-Tetradecyloxyethanol, Tetradecyl ethyleneglycol monoether
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Not Clean
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-tetradecyl-.omega.-hydroxy-
State
Hygroscopic solid; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Functions
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Traditional Use
Synthetic polyethylene glycol ether derived from myristic acid developed in the 20th century as a surfactant and emulsifier; no traditional use.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR