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Emulsifier

SUCROSE STEARATE

CAS 25168-73-4 / 37318-31-3
85

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A sugar-and-fatty-acid ester used as a gentle emulsifier. Biodegradable, low-irritation, and well-suited to sensitive-skin formulas. No documented safety concerns.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSKIN CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild nonionic emulsifier
  • Sugar-derived, biodegradable
  • Suitable for sensitive skin
  • Smooth skin feel

Known concerns

  • Can vary in mono/di-ester ratio between grades

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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