PEG-80 Sorbitan Palmitate

INCI: PEG-80 SORBITAN PALMITATE

CAS Number
9005-66-7 (generic)
Function
Surfactant – cleansing, emulsifying
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes CIR-reviewed under Polysorbates group — safe as used

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Contains 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residuals; avoid use on damaged skin.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

peg-ingredient

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PEG-80 Sorbitan Palmitate safe in cosmetics?

Contains 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide residuals; avoid use on damaged skin. The EU classifies PEG-80 Sorbitan Palmitate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is PEG-80 Sorbitan Palmitate allowed in the EU?

PEG-80 Sorbitan Palmitate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does PEG-80 Sorbitan Palmitate do in cosmetics?

PEG-80 Sorbitan Palmitate functions as: Surfactant – cleansing, emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9005-66-7 (generic).

What is the Margin of Safety for PEG-80 Sorbitan Palmitate?

adequate The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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