PPG-2-Ceteareth-9
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Polypropylene Glycol 2 Ceteareth 9
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Plant Oil
Not Clean
Alcohols, C16--18, ethoxylated, propoxylated (9 mol EO, 2 mol PO average molar ratio)
CAS #
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Functions
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Emulsifier
Mixes Oil & Water
Traditional Use
A synthetic nonionic surfactant and emulsifier developed for modern cosmetics. Designed to improve texture and stability in creams and lotions without traditional use.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not an Irritant
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Agencies
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR