murphyPPG-1-Ceteth-20
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Hexadecan-1-ol;2-methyloxirane;oxirane, Triglyceryl beeswax, PPG-1-Ceteth-5, PPG-2-Ceteth-1, PPG-2-Ceteth-5, PPG-4-Ceteth-5, PPG-8-Ceteth-2, PPG-8-Ceteth-10
Synthetic
Cleanser
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
OriginDerived from propylene glycol and cetyl alcohol, members of the synthetic alcohol and glycol chemical families. Synthesized through ethoxylation, where ethylene oxide is added to create a polypropylene glycol-based surfactant.
Oxirane, methyl-, polymer with oxirane, hexadecyl ether
Formula
C21H44O3
Mol. Weight
344.60
CAS #
9087-53-0, 37311-01-6
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Allergen Warning
⚠️ Bee / Insect
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Locks in moisture
The paper trail
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EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Restricted By
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2016
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR