Nonoxynol-12
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Nonylphenol ethoxylate, Surfactant
Synthetic
Preservative
Not Clean
Nonoxynol-12 Iodine is a complex of Nonoxynol-12 and iodine
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
Functions
Antimicrobial
Keeps your product from growing bacteria, mold, or yeast. Without these, that jar of cream becomes a petri dish in about a week.
Fights Bacteria
Traditional Use
A synthetic non-ionic surfactant developed in the mid-20th century. Functions as an emulsifier and solubilizer in cosmetic formulations.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory0 listings
🛡️Safety-assessed3 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR