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Emulsifier

PEG-45 HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL

CAS 61788-85-0
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A PEG-45 ester of hydrogenated castor oil — a mild solubiliser that helps oils and fragrance mix into water. Long cosmetic record; usual PEG caveat about residual 1,4-dioxane in unpurified grades.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild non-ionic solubiliser
  • Helps fragrance dissolve in water
  • Common cleanser ingredient

Known concerns

  • Ethoxylated — possible 1,4-dioxane impurity
  • Synthetic, not biodegradable
  • Not for broken skin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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