Sorbeth-6 Beeswax

INCI: SORBETH-6 BEESWAX (PREVIOUSLY PEG-6 SORBITAN BEESWAX)

CAS Number
8051-15-8
Function
Surfactant – cleansing; Surfactant – emulsifying
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; CIR reviewed as safe in 2001 sorbitan beeswax assessment, reaffirmed in 2015 group review

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

1,4-dioxane impurity; beeswax sourcing (vegan/ethical considerations, not safety); potential contact allergy in individuals sensitized to beeswax/propolis (rare); formulate to be nonirritating

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sorbeth-6 Beeswax safe in cosmetics?

1,4-dioxane impurity; beeswax sourcing (vegan/ethical considerations, not safety); potential contact allergy in individuals sensitized to beeswax/propolis (rare); formulate to be nonirritating The EU classifies Sorbeth-6 Beeswax as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Sorbeth-6 Beeswax allowed in the EU?

Sorbeth-6 Beeswax EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Sorbeth-6 Beeswax do in cosmetics?

Sorbeth-6 Beeswax functions as: Surfactant – cleansing; Surfactant – emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 8051-15-8.

What is the Margin of Safety for Sorbeth-6 Beeswax?

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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