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Emulsifier

SORBITAN LAURATE

CAS 1338-39-2 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

Sorbitan laurate (Span 20) is a workhorse non-ionic emulsifier that ties oils and water together. CIR-reviewed as safe and very well tolerated on skin.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Reliable non-ionic emulsifier
  • Stabilises water-in-oil systems
  • Skin-tolerated and non-sensitising
  • Biodegradable

Known concerns

  • No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

PC

PubChem

U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.

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