Sorbeth-160 Tristearate

INCI: SORBETH-160 TRISTEARATE

CAS Number
Not individually assigned (generic ethoxylated sorbitol ester)
Function
Surfactant – emulsifying agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes CIR-reviewed (2015) — safe as used when formulated to be nonirritating

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

1,4-dioxane residue concern from ethoxylation . No individual use concentration data; zero VCRP uses

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sorbeth-160 Tristearate safe in cosmetics?

1,4-dioxane residue concern from ethoxylation . No individual use concentration data; zero VCRP uses The EU classifies Sorbeth-160 Tristearate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Sorbeth-160 Tristearate allowed in the EU?

Sorbeth-160 Tristearate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Sorbeth-160 Tristearate do in cosmetics?

Sorbeth-160 Tristearate functions as: Surfactant – emulsifying agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned (generic ethoxylated sorbitol ester).

What is the Margin of Safety for Sorbeth-160 Tristearate?

not established 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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