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PEG-9 LAURATE

CAS 9004-81-3
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A polyethylene glycol laurate ester used as an emulsifier, cleansing surfactant, and skin conditioning agent in cosmetic formulations such as facial cleansers and body washes.

PEG-9 LAURATE is the esterification product of polyethylene glycol (9 EO units) with lauric acid (C12 fatty acid), yielding a medium-chain PEG fatty acid ester. The 9-unit EO chain provides balanced hydrophilic-lipophilic properties suitable for cosmetic emulsification. The CIR has assessed PEG fatty acid esters as safe for cosmetic use. Not restricted in EU Annexes II or III. Lauric acid is a naturally occurring fatty acid with a well-established safety profile.

Skin benefits

  • emulsifying
  • cleansing surfactant
  • skin conditioning

Known concerns

  • ethylene oxide contamination (potential)
  • 1,4-dioxane contamination (potential)

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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