Sorbeth-40 Hexaoleate

INCI: SORBETH-40 HEXAOLEATE

CAS Number
57171-56-9 (previously listed as PEG-40 Sorbitol Hexaoleate)
Function
Surfactant – Cleansing; Surfactant – Emulsifying
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes CIR "safe as used" (original 2000 assessment, reaffirmed 2015)

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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 impurity; formulate to be nonirritating

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sorbeth-40 Hexaoleate safe in cosmetics?

1,4-dioxane impurity; formulate to be nonirritating The EU classifies Sorbeth-40 Hexaoleate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Sorbeth-40 Hexaoleate allowed in the EU?

Sorbeth-40 Hexaoleate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Sorbeth-40 Hexaoleate do in cosmetics?

Sorbeth-40 Hexaoleate functions as: Surfactant – Cleansing; Surfactant – Emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 57171-56-9 (previously listed as PEG-40 Sorbitol Hexaoleate).

What is the Margin of Safety for Sorbeth-40 Hexaoleate?

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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