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Surfactant

POTASSIUM CYCLOCARBOXYPROPYLOLEATE

CAS 68227-50-9 / 68127-33-3 Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A specialty fatty-acid-derived surfactant built on oleic acid that helps cleanse and emulsify. Generally well-tolerated, though specific cosmetic-safety literature for this exact derivative is limited.

Function

SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Effective oleic-acid-derived surfactant
  • Good oil-binding properties
  • Provides emulsion stability
  • Biodegradable

Known concerns

  • Limited published cosmetic safety reviews
  • Potential mild eye irritation at higher %
  • Performance varies with feedstock quality

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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