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Surfactant

PEG-60 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 castor oil ethoxylated with ~60 mol EO, used as a nonionic surfactant and emulsifier. Well-tolerated and CIR-reviewed; trace 1,4-dioxane is the main caveat unless cosmetic-grade purified.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Solubilizes oils into water systems
  • Mild on skin in rinse-off
  • Reliable nonionic emulsifier

Known concerns

  • Possible trace 1,4-dioxane impurity
  • PEG manufacturing footprint
  • Limited benefit beyond functional

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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PEG-60 CASTOR OIL ISOSTEARATE
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