murphyUndecyl Glucoside
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: 98283-67-1, Undecyl-D-glucoside, D-Glucopyranoside, (2R, 3S, 4S, 5R)-2-(hydroxymethyl)-6-undecoxyoxane-3, 4, 5-triol
Synthetic
Cleanser
Clean
OriginDerived from plant-based sources like coconut or palm kernel oils containing fatty alcohols and glucose sugars. Synthesized through glycosidic bonding of glucose to long-chain fatty alcohols via chemical coupling.
The CIR Expert Panel concluded that the 19 alkyl glucosides listed below are safe in the present practices of use and concentrations when formulated to be nonirritating...Undecyl Glucoside...
Formula
C17H34O6
Mol. Weight
334.40
CAS #
98283-67-1
Form
Liquid
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.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Removes Impurities
Cleansing Surfactant
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️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