AKA: 41506-14-3, Octaethylene glycol mono(p-nonylphenyl) ether, Nonylbenzene-PEG8-OH, 23-(4-Nonylphenoxy)-3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18, 21-heptaoxatricosan-1-ol, Rokafenol N-8, 27177-05-5, 23-(Nonylphenoxy)-3
Synthetic
Cleanser
Not Clean
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-(dinonylphenyl)-.omega.-hydroxy-, phosphate, (8 mol EO average molar ratio)
Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Traditional Use
Synthetic nonionic surfactant developed in the mid-20th century. Used in cosmetics and personal care as an emulsifier and solubilizer.
Regulatory Status
JAPAN⚠ restricted
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR