Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Non-ethoxylated sorbitan oleate ester (Span 80) with HLB 4.3 for W/O emulsification. CIR confirmed safe, PEG-free, COSMOS/ECOCERT eligible, with no 1,4-dioxane concern.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sorbitan Oleate safe in cosmetics?
Non-ethoxylated sorbitan oleate ester (Span 80) with HLB 4.3 for W/O emulsification. CIR confirmed safe, PEG-free, COSMOS/ECOCERT eligible, with no 1,4-dioxane concern. The EU classifies Sorbitan Oleate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Sorbitan Oleate allowed in the EU?
Sorbitan Oleate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sorbitan Oleate do in cosmetics?
Sorbitan Oleate functions as: Emulsifier; W/O co-emulsifier; stabilizer. It is classified as a Emulsifier in our database. CAS number: 37318-79-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for Sorbitan Oleate?
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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