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Emulsifier

PEG-55 HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL

CAS 61788-85-0 Updated
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An ethoxylated castor oil derivative used as a fragrance and oil solubilizer. Mild and effective; the standard 1,4-dioxane purification caveat applies.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild non-ionic emulsifier and solubilizer
  • Helps fragrance and oil dispersion
  • Generally low irritation

Known concerns

  • Ethoxylated — needs purification for 1,4-dioxane
  • PEG-related impurity caveat
  • Castor allergen potential is small but exists

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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