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Surfactant

POTASSIUM RAPESEEDATE

CAS 85995-94-4 Updated
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

Potassium soap of rapeseed fatty acids — a plant-based cleanser used in liquid soaps. Effective and biodegradable, but the alkaline pH stresses skin barrier.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Plant-derived soap surfactant
  • Cleansing action
  • Biodegradable
  • Vegan ingredient

Known concerns

  • Alkaline pH can dry sensitive skin
  • Soap-class barrier disruption with overuse

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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