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Emulsifier

PEG-13 MINK GLYCERIDES

CAS 103819-45-0 Updated
60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An ethoxylated mink-oil emulsifier historically valued because mink oil resembles human sebum. Cosmetically safe at use levels but raises serious animal-welfare concerns; many EU and cruelty-free brands exclude it.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Sebum-similar fatty profile from mink oil
  • Good emolliency for dry skin
  • Plant-mimetic feel

Known concerns

  • Animal-derived: significant ethical/welfare concerns from mink farming
  • Many EU brands now exclude this category
  • Trace 1,4-dioxane possible from PEG component

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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