murphyPPG-4-Ceteth-10
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Polypropylene Glycol-4 Ceteth-10, Emulsifier
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
OriginDerived from propylene glycol and fatty alcohol ethoxylates, both petroleum-derived synthetic compounds. Synthesized through ethoxylation of cetyl alcohol followed by propylene glycol addition.
Oxirane, methyl-, polymer with oxirane, hexadecyl ether
CAS #
9087-53-0, 37311-01-6
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Cleansing Surfactant
Emulsifier
Removes Impurities
Mixes Oil & Water
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.
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: CosIng · EWG · CIR