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Emulsifier

PEG-30 HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL ISOSTEARATE

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A PEG-30 ethoxylated hydrogenated castor-oil derivative used as a nonionic emulsifying surfactant and viscosity controller. Considered safe at cosmetic levels with the standard PEG-class purification caveat.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Stabilizes emulsions
  • Improves texture
  • Mild on skin

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane possible
  • Slow biodegradability

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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