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Surfactant

PEG-80 SORBITAN LAURATE

CAS 9005-64-5
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

An ethoxylated sorbitan ester used as a mild solubilizer in tear-free baby and rinse-off formulas. Skin-safe at cosmetic use; PEG quality drives 1,4-dioxane risk.

Skin benefits

  • High-PEG nonionic surfactant
  • Solubilizes oils in water-based formulas
  • Mild for a surfactant

Known concerns

  • Ethoxylated — potential 1,4-dioxane impurity
  • Not biodegradable in standard tests

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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