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Surfactant

PEG-5 TRIMETHYLOLPROPANE TRIMYRISTATE

68

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A PEG-modified emulsifier ester that helps blend oil and water phases in formulations. Functionally useful, but as with all PEG ingredients, dioxane residues need manufacturing control.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Emulsification of oil and water phases
  • Stable formulation aid
  • Mild emolliency

Known concerns

  • Ethoxylated PEG — possible 1,4-dioxane residues require manufacturing control
  • Lower-PEG ethoxylates carry higher dioxane risk than longer chains

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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