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Surfactant

CASTOR OIL HYDROGENATED ETHOXYLATED

CAS 61788-85-0 Updated
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A workhorse cosmetic solubilizer made by ethoxylating hydrogenated castor oil. Helps fragrance oils dissolve in water-based products. Well-tolerated and CIR-reviewed; main caveat is using a low-dioxane grade.

Function

PERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Solubilizes fragrance oils
  • Mild non-ionic surfactant
  • Low irritation in rinse-off and leave-on

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane possible from ethoxylation if not stripped
  • PEG class — purified grade matters

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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