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Surfactant

PEG-8 COCOATE

CAS 61791-29-5
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A PEG-ethoxylated coconut fatty acid ester used as a mild emulsifier and surfactant. Generally safe at cosmetic levels; main caveat is trace dioxane carry-over from PEG manufacture.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Effective oil-in-water emulsifier
  • Mild cleansing in rinse-off products
  • Solubilizes fragrance oils

Known concerns

  • Potential 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide trace impurities
  • Penetration enhancement on damaged skin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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