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Emulsifier

POLYGLYCERYL-2 SORBITAN TETRAETHYLHEXANOATE

82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A PEG-free polyglyceryl/sorbitan emulsifier with 2-ethylhexanoate fatty acids. Mild and skin-friendly — modern green-chemistry alternative to ethoxylated emulsifiers.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Mild non-ionic emulsifier
  • PEG-free emulsification option
  • Smooth, light skin feel
  • Stabilizes oil-in-water systems

Known concerns

  • Trace 2-ethylhexanoic acid possible — well controlled at cosmetic grade
  • No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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