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Emulsifier

PEG-3 CASTOR OIL

CAS 61791-12-6 Updated
65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A low-EO PEGylated castor oil used as a solubilizer and mild emulsifier. CIR-reviewed safe at cosmetic levels; ethoxylation requires the usual dioxane purity controls.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Solubilizer
  • Emulsifier
  • Versatile

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane
  • Rare sensitization at higher EOs

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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