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Surfactant

PEG-4 RAPESEEDAMIDE

CAS 85536-23-8
68

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

PEG-4 rapeseedamide — a mild surfactant and thickener made from rapeseed fatty acids and ethylene oxide. Considered safe in finished cosmetics; monitor PEG purity.

Function

VISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Non-ionic surfactant and viscosity booster
  • Conditioning thickener for cleansers
  • Mild on skin

Known concerns

  • PEG portion may carry trace 1,4-dioxane
  • No active skin benefit
  • Mild eye irritant in concentrate

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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