murphyPPG-6-Decyltetradeceth-20
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Polypropylene Glycol Decyltetradeceth
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Clean
OriginSynthesized from decyltetradecanol, a fatty alcohol derived from petrochemical or plant-based sources. Produced through ethoxylation and propoxylation reactions that add ethylene oxide and propylene oxide chains to the alcohol backbone.
Tetradecanol, 2-decyl-, ethoxylated, propoxylated (20 mol EO, 6 mol PO average molar ratio)
CAS #
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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
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR