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Emulsifier

SORBITYL LAURATE

CAS 26657-97-6 Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A sorbitol-lauric acid ester used as a mild non-ionic emulsifier and emollient. Cousin of sorbitan laurate (Span 20). Biodegradable and generally well tolerated.

Skin benefits

  • Sugar-alcohol fatty-acid emulsifier
  • Non-ionic, mild
  • Biodegradable feedstocks
  • Skin-conditioning

Known concerns

  • Less-reviewed than sorbitan laurate
  • Limited specific CIR/SCCS literature

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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