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Emulsifier

BIS-(METHYL EPOXIDIZED SOYATE) PEG-20

CAS 2249740-60-9
60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A PEG-20 ester of epoxidized soy fatty acids — used as a mild emulsifier and conditioner. Reasonable safety profile but quality depends heavily on residual epoxide and dioxane control.

Function

SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTINGSURFACTANT - HYDROTROPESURFACTANT - CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - DISPERSING

Skin benefits

  • Bio-derived emulsifier/conditioner
  • Improves spreadability
  • PEGylation gives water-dispersibility

Known concerns

  • Epoxidized intermediates can leave reactive epoxide residues if not fully reacted
  • PEG materials can carry trace 1,4-dioxane depending on grade
  • No published CIR/SCCS review of this exact INCI

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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