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Surfactant

PEG-20 METHYL GLUCOSE DISTEARATE

CAS 119831-19-5 Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A PEG-20 ethoxylate of methyl glucose, double-esterified with stearic acid — a mild thickening surfactant used in cleansers and lotions. Sugar-based core gives it a friendly biodegradability and irritation profile.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Mild nonionic surfactant and thickener
  • Glucose-derived backbone improves biodegradability
  • Stable in cleansing and emulsion systems

Known concerns

  • PEG ethoxylation requires 1,4-dioxane-stripped grades
  • Limited individual cosmetic monograph

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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