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Surfactant

PEG-44 CASTOR OIL

CAS 61791-12-6
68

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A water-soluble PEG-44 castor oil derivative used as a surfactant and emulsifier. CIR-class safe at typical use levels; main caveat is the dioxane impurity concern shared by all ethoxylates.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Water-soluble emulsifier
  • Solubilizes essential oils
  • Mild in rinse-off

Known concerns

  • Potential 1,4-dioxane trace
  • PEG environmental load
  • Functional rather than active benefit

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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