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Surfactant

SORBETH-30

CAS 53694-15-8
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A medium-ethoxylation sorbitol surfactant. Doubles as a humectant and oil-solubiliser in skincare and haircare. Long industry track record; standard ethoxylated-material dioxane caveat applies.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGHUMECTANTSOLVENTVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Humectant — pulls moisture into the skin
  • Solubilizes fragrance and oils into aqueous bases
  • Mild non-ionic surfactant

Known concerns

  • Trace 1,4-dioxane risk inherent to ethoxylated materials
  • Possible mild eye irritation at high %

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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