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Emulsifier

SUCROSE HEXAPALMITATE

CAS 29130-29-8 Updated
88

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A sugar-fatty-acid ester (sucrose with six palmitate chains) — a gentle, food-grade emulsifier and emollient widely used in sensitive-skin and baby skincare. Excellent safety record.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild sugar-derived emulsifier
  • Effective in low-irritation cleansers
  • Biodegradable and food-grade

Known concerns

  • No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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